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D3 RGJ

1996 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

88,141 mi
Last recorded88,141 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 RGJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover Sport
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 88,141 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 102,212 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 102,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 85,105 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 71,870 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 71,676 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 83,744 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 43,043 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 33,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to sidewall 275/45x21 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 33,901 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to sidewall 275/45x21 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 82,912 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 75,298 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 75,298 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 74,713 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 74,419 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 74,412 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 73,885 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 73,882 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2013 71,640 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 70,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2012 70,824 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Nov 2011 68,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,318 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 65,956 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 65,125 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 63,576 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 63,557 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2006 33,687 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Based on 1,655,051 MOT tests across 158,719 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
6,969
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
158,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,215
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 13,842
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 11,076
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,636
position lamp(s) not working 10,456
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D3 RGJ is a 1996 Land Rover Range Rover Sport in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Range Rover Sport fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D3 RGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 30 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D3 RGJ registered?

D3 RGJ is a 1996 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is D3 RGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 RGJ shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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