2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · BU17 GEN
2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Nov 2017. Recorded mileage 66,760 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,760 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU17 GEN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/06/2024
- 66,760 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU17 GEN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (BU17 GEN) between May 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
BU17 GEN Mileage History
- 24/05/202242,521 mi
- 25/05/202242,525 mi+4 mi
- 16/06/202356,642 mi+14,117 mi
- 21/06/202466,760 mi+10,118 mi
Average of roughly 11,665 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Deployable Door Handle Failure(Moderate)
The flush door handles are prone to mechanical failure or freezing shut.
- 2.0 Ingenium Timing Chain Stretch(Serious)
Standard Ingenium diesel risk of chain wear due to oil dilution.
- Air Suspension Leaks(Moderate)
Air suspension bags perish and compressors fail, causing the car to sag and ride quality to deteriorate.
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- Deployable Door Handle FailureModerate
The flush door handles are prone to mechanical failure or freezing shut.
- 2.0 Ingenium Timing Chain StretchSerious
Standard Ingenium diesel risk of chain wear due to oil dilution.
- Air Suspension LeaksModerate
Air suspension bags perish and compressors fail, causing the car to sag and ride quality to deteriorate.
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