The LAND ROVER Had MOT Advisories That Needed a Second Look

They booked because the MOT advisories made them cautious, and they wanted to know whether those issues were still present.

Published

10 Jul 2026

Customer

Patti E.

Vehicle inspected

LAND ROVER UNKNOWN 2008
The LAND ROVER Had MOT Advisories That Needed a Second Look
The buyer's story

Why they booked

The LAND ROVER looked like a reliable and affordable used car. Patti E. checked the MOT history before going further and noticed previous advisories.

The advisories were not enough to reject the car immediately, but they raised questions. Patti E. wanted to know whether the tyres, brakes, suspension items, or other advisory points had been repaired properly or simply carried forward.

They booked a Premium inspection to get a clearer view before buying.

Booking reason

They booked because the MOT advisories made them cautious, and they wanted to know whether those issues were still present.

Independent assessment

Inspection findings

I’m have stoped inspection as Vehicle is not sales ready and not of satisfactory quality.

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Condition and costs

Poor findings and repair costs

Poor condition findings

Road test

Suspension noise

Electric controls

Air con. operation

Electric controls

Parking assist operation

Plug-in diagnostic

Engine control

Egr valve problems developing

Plug-in diagnostic

Central electronics system

a lot of historical faults And permanent faults

Interior / Luggage Compartment

Steering wheel/adjustment

Steering column loose

Interior / Luggage Compartment

Seat belt operation

Interior / Luggage Compartment

Rear parcel shelf

Broken

Engine compartment £1000

Timing belt replacement evidence

No evidence of replacement

Cooling system £280

Coolant leak

Thermostat housing

After the inspection

The customer experience

Outcome

The inspection helped Patti E. understand whether the LAND ROVER had been properly maintained or whether it was likely to need money spent soon.

Customer review

Awesome

So glad we booked this inspection inspector did a fantastic job sadly we will not proceed with the purchase lucky escape

A buyer reviewing a report beside a car
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