Range rover engine ticking noise

[udyan]

P38 model 4.6 liter 2001 model with 210,157 kms is having a mild ticking (constant in nature) noise on top of engine. Noise can be only felt when engine bay is open. If hood is closed then its not at all noticeable, unless you stick ur ears on hood.

Is it because of bad maintenence previous owner did???

Engine life is close to finish??

Its minor and forget about.....!

[nutbolt]

P38 has this common tappet noise since the day its there. Older the vehicle with hi mileage it gets louder that ticking becomes like spoon hitting the marble noise. Its normal as far as its not outrageously loud and not increasing while hitting the gas.