2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: common problems and MOT failures

Common 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport MOT failures and advisories

The share of 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

• Tyres
  22% of testsRough price £70–£150

  At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.

• Brakes
  17% of testsRough price £150–£350

  At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.

• Wipers, windscreen and mirrors
  6% of testsRough price £15–£250

  At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.

• Suspension
  3% of testsRough price £120–£400

  At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.

• Oil and fluid leaks
  2% of testsRough price £80–£600

  At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.

• Lights and electrics
  2% of testsRough price £10–£80

  At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

Known faults on the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.

• Leaks from the tailgate and sunroof

  All engines

  Poor panel fit is common, and leaks from the tailgate and sunroof can play havoc with the electrics.

  At the viewing: Look for uneven panel gaps, damp carpets and water marks, and test all the electrics.

  Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide

• Many recalls (22)

  All engines

  There have been 22 recalls, covering wiring that can chafe, seatbelt pre-tensioners, loose wheel nuts, doors unlatching, airbags, fuel leaks, brake servo failure and the instrument cluster.

  At the viewing: Ask a Land Rover dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.

  Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide

• Timing chain due every five years (some engines)

  Check which engine

  Auto Express gives a timing chain change interval of five years or 140,000 miles, about £600 at a dealer with the water pump.

  At the viewing: Ask for service records showing the work was done on time.

  Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide

• Tyres that can’t be repaired

  Cars on original tyres

  The original Continental tyres have a foam layer to cut noise, so punctures can’t be repaired.

  At the viewing: See which tyres it has and how much tread is left.

  Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide

Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.

1. Has it had any water leaks or electrical faults?
2. Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?