2015 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · CF15 ORO

A clean bill of roadworthiness, with the caveat of an unusually abbreviated MOT history that requires some interpretation. The most recent test on 13 February 2026 recorded a straightforward pass with no advisories, defects, or component wear notes, suggesting the vehicle presented in sound mechanical condition at the point of examination. Of the four tests recorded, only one shows a pass from 2023, with the remainder clustered in late 2024 and early 2026, and two of those entries are failed tests which were immediately followed by a pass the same day. The absence of any advisory notes across all recorded tests is notable for an eleven-year-old Range Rover Evoque, where one would typically expect to see mention of brake component wear, suspension bush deterioration, or exhaust corrosion, particularly given the prevalence of chassis-related advisories on this model. Whether this reflects an exceptionally well-maintained example or limited mileage exposure cannot be conclusively determined from the test history alone, but the record is certainly free of recurring flagged defects. Against an expected average of roughly 8,000 to 9,000 miles per year for a vehicle of this age and class, the recorded 75,987 miles accumulated at approximately 6,908 miles annually sits slightly below the norm for a premium SUV, indicating either a predominantly secondary vehicle, regular motorway use, or periods of extended standing. The MOT record shows testing activity in October 2023, October 2024, and February 2026, which points to the vehicle being kept on the road throughout this period, though the gap between 2023 and late 2024 is consistent with an annual test cycle. Critically, there are no multi-year lay-ups, which means the associated risks of seized brakes, perished rubber components, and stale fluids from prolonged standing are largely mitigated. The mileage progression between tests is not visible in the DVSA data, so it is worth confirming the current odometer reading against the service history to verify that no excessive accumulation has occurred between 2023 and 2026. The lack of recorded advisories on a vehicle of this age, type, and known mechanical tendencies warrants particular attention during a pre-purchase inspection. Range Rover Evoques from this generation are commonly associated with rear brake caliper binding, premature front brake disc wear, and wear in the front suspension control arm bushings, none of which appear in the MOT history but may simply not have reached advisory threshold at the time of test. During a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links. Pay close attention to the braking performance, specifically whether the vehicle pulls to one side under firm pedal application, a classic symptom of a seized rear caliper, and check for any heat haze or smell from the rear wheels after driving, indicating a caliper that is not fully releasing. Beyond the testable items, given the absence of any recorded advisory history, it would be prudent to have the underbody inspected for corrosion on the rear subframe mounting points and suspension arms, areas that frequently attract advisories on Evoques of this vintage. The all-wheel-drive system and Haldex coupling should be checked for any signs of oil leakage or shuddering on tight turns, as these are known weak points. Verify the service history shows timely changes of the timing chain, oil, and brake fluid, since the MOT record does not confirm maintenance intervals, only roadworthiness at the point of test. Finally, the immediate same-day pass after each failed test, with no defects recorded on the pass, suggests any previous failures were rectified quickly, though obtaining the failure documentation would clarify exactly which components were rejected on those two occasions.