2022 Land Rover R Rover Evoque R-DYN SE Phev A 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · 12 CCB

With a single passed MOT test on record at 36 months old and no advisories or defects logged, this Evoque PHEV presents a notably clean DVSA history. The July 2025 test recorded a pass with no items requiring attention, which for a premium SUV of this age and specification is a positive indicator of structural and mechanical integrity at that snapshot in time. Because there is only one MOT entry on file (the first being due at three years of age), the dataset is limited and a prospective buyer should treat this absence of advisories as encouraging but not conclusive. The lack of recorded brake, suspension, tyre, or corrosion observations means there is no specific component history to scrutinise, but equally there is no evidence of chronic issues to discount the vehicle. The recorded mileage of 47,253 miles over approximately four years equates to an annual accumulation of around 11,813 miles, which sits squarely within the typical usage bracket for a privately or fleet-driven UK vehicle. This rate suggests regular rather than sporadic use, which is mechanically beneficial for a plug-in hybrid powertrain as the petrol engine, electric drive system, 12V auxiliary battery, brake fluid, tyres, and transmission oils all benefit from consistent operation rather than prolonged standing. The mileage progression between the build date and the single MOT test is consistent with steady use, and there are no obvious anomalies or suspicious gaps that would suggest clock irregularities or extended periods of inactivity. For a PHEV of this mileage, the high-voltage battery state of health and the combustion engine service history become proportionally more important than the MOT record alone. Given the absence of any advisories, there is no specific flagged component to investigate in depth, but a buyer should still conduct a targeted inspection on a test drive. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as Evoques are known for wear in the front wishbone bushes, lower control arm links, and anti-roll bar drop links, none of which would necessarily have been recorded as defective at the MOT. On the road, check for steering pull, vibration through the wheel, or uneven braking response, as binding calipers or warped front discs are common on higher‑mileage premium SUVs. Inspect the alloy wheels and tyre inner edges for kerbing damage, and verify even tread wear across each axle. Under the bonnet, look for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or turbo plumbing, coolant staining on the expansion tank, and the condition of the high-voltage charging cable and port for any scorching or connector wear. For the PHEV-specific elements, confirm that the vehicle switches cleanly between electric, hybrid, and petrol modes without warning messages on the infotainment screen, and that the predicted electric-only range is consistent with a healthy battery (a full charge should yield broadly the original WLTP-equivalent figure scaled for conditions). Ask for documented evidence of the manufacturer service schedule having been followed, particularly the spark plug, brake fluid, and transmission oil intervals, as PHEV components are interdependent and missed services can mask developing faults. Finally, examine the underbody, sill edges, and rear subframe mounting points for any surface corrosion or impact damage, as the Evoque's aluminium-intensive structure can hide oxidation in seams and undertray attachment areas that a clean MOT paper record will not reveal.