2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · BU67 OFJ

The 2.0-litre D180 diesel is rated in the mid-30s mpg in real-world use, so budget around £1,400-£1,900 per year in diesel for a typical 10,000-mile annual mileage. Road tax sits in a higher band for a vehicle of this value and emissions class, so annual VED is a noticeable cost alongside insurance, which for a Velar typically falls into group 40 or above and will be expensive for most drivers. Add scheduled servicing every 12 months or 16,000 miles — Land Rover specialist labour is not cheap, and even an independent garage will charge a premium for the brand. With the brake work likely required, plus tyres, servicing and the higher insurance burden, an annual running cost of roughly £2,200-£2,800 is a realistic working figure.

Begin with a thorough inspection of the braking system: the MOT record shows rear discs pitted in 2024, front discs pitted in 2023, and both pairs of discs flagged as slightly corroded in the latest test, alongside thin rear pads. Measure remaining pad and disc material and budget replacement if any are near the limit. Inspect all four tyres for tread depth and sidewall damage, as the 2023 test recorded front tyres worn close to the legal limit with sidewall damage and rear tyres cracking and perishing — these may need replacing again now. Check the 19-inch or 20-inch wheels for kerbing damage, which is common on SUVs of this size.

Beyond the MOT-driven items, examine the underside for corrosion and check the undertray fixings, as the 2024 test noted an undertray fitted (which can sometimes mask component issues). On the 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel specifically, look for oil leaks from the timing chain area, listen for timing chain rattle on cold start, and verify DPF health via diagnostic read — incomplete regenerations are a common failure mode. Test all electrical functions including the dual touchscreen infotainment, matrix-style lighting if fitted, and the powered tailgate, as Velars of this era are known for electronic gremlins. Finally, confirm there are no warning lights on the dashboard and that the air suspension (if fitted) raises and lowers smoothly without delay.