2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 3.0L Diesel · L25 SAR

A clean sheet across four consecutive MOT tests, with no advisories, failures, or defects of any kind recorded since at least mid-2022, gives this Range Rover Velar an unusually strong roadworthiness profile for a vehicle now eight years old. The most recent pass on 25 July 2025 continues an unbroken run of clean outcomes stretching back through the 2024, 2023, and 2022 tests, suggesting that the key safety-critical systems routinely scrutinised under the MOT regime brakes, suspension, tyres, exhaust integrity, lighting, and structure have remained within prescribed limits throughout this period. While the absence of advisories does not constitute a guarantee of mechanical perfection, particularly given the known complexity of Velar air suspension and electronic systems, it does indicate that the vehicle has not yet developed the corrosion or wear patterns that typically begin to surface on premium SUVs of this vintage. The overall trajectory is one of stability rather than decline, with no late-entry advisories hinting at emerging deterioration. Recorded mileage of 75,280 over approximately eight years equates to an annual accumulation of around 9,410 miles, which sits broadly in line with average UK usage for a large premium SUV. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or anomalous jumps in mileage between the recorded tests, which means the odometer reading can be treated as a reasonably reliable indicator of the vehicle's actual use. This kind of moderate, consistent mileage pattern tends to be kinder to mechanical components than either very low annual figures, which allow moisture to accumulate in oils and seals, or very high figures, which accelerate wear on drivetrain and undercarriage parts. For a Velar, which carries sophisticated air suspension, transfer box, and electronic systems, this usage profile represents a sensible middle ground that should leave meaningful service life in the major assemblies. From a buyer's perspective, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific components flagged in the MOT history to prioritise during inspection, so attention should instead shift to known Velar weak points that may not yet have reached MOT-failure thresholds. On the test drive, pay particular attention to the air suspension behaviour: listen for any air compressor cycling excessively after switch-off, feel for the vehicle sitting unevenly overnight or taking longer than usual to rise on start-up, and watch for any sagging at the rear when stationary, as these are early signs of air strut or compressor wear. Through corners and over speed humps, listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension, which would suggest worn upper and lower wishbone bushes, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel or pulling to one side under braking, which would indicate warped front discs a common consumable issue on heavier SUVs at this mileage bracket. The braking system should be evaluated by checking for a firm pedal with no excessive travel, as soft pedals on Velars can indicate rear caliper slider seizure or hydraulic issues. Inspect the underside thoroughly for any signs of fluid misting around the engine and transfer box, as oil leaks from the rear main seal and transfer box input are well-documented Velar concerns at this age. The wheels and tyres deserve close scrutiny too, ensuring even tread wear across both axles, as uneven wear often points to suspension geometry issues or alignment drift. Finally, verify that all electronic systems function as intended, particularly the infotainment response, terrain response selector, and any camera or sensor warnings, because electronic faults on these vehicles tend to be the first area where running costs climb noticeably. Given the clean MOT history and moderate mileage, this Velar represents a comparatively low-risk example of the model, provided the air suspension and electronic systems are confirmed healthy at the point of purchase.