2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Petrol · CL54 SSY

A pattern of tyre-related issues dominates the MOT history of this 2017 Range Rover Evoque, with three recorded incidents across five test cycles involving cuts reaching the ply or cords, a nail intrusion, and cracking or perishing of the sidewall. The most recent test on 12 May 2026 produced both a Pass and a Fail on the same date, the failure attributed to incorrect front and rear registration plates and an offside front tyre with a cut deep enough to expose the cords. While the registration plate issue is administrative and easily rectified, the tyre failures two years after a near-identical nearside front cut in May 2022 point to either ongoing susceptibility to kerb or debris damage, or a possible issue with wheel alignment that is causing uneven shoulder wear. The intervening advisories for tyre wear close to the legal limit and sidewall cracking further reinforce that rubber condition is the primary mechanical concern on this vehicle, rather than any structural or braking deficiency. Recorded mileage stands at 62,591 miles across nine years, equating to an average of roughly 6,955 miles annually, which is broadly typical for the vehicle's age and class. The testing history shows a notable gap between December 2020 and May 2022, with no recorded tests during 2021, which could indicate either the vehicle being off the road, a change of keeper, or a missed test cycle prior to the 2022 anniversary date. The mileage accumulated between the December 2020 test and the May 2026 record is not explicitly verifiable from the data provided, but the relatively modest annual average suggests the Evoque has seen mixed-use conditions rather than sustained high-mileage motorway driving, which has likely preserved the braking and suspension components but may not have masked any underlying corrosion issues that develop during prolonged standing periods. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is a thorough inspection of all four tyres, including the inner sidewalls and shoulders, looking for any cuts, bulges, or uneven wear patterns that would suggest misalignment or damaged tracking components. On a test drive, pay particular attention to steering behaviour: any pulling to one side, vibration through the wheel, or uneven tyre wear across the axle would warrant a geometry check before purchase. The nearside front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in December 2020, and although the subsequent tests have not raised further brake advisories, a physical inspection of pad material thickness and disc condition is advisable given the five-and-a-half-year interval since that advisory was issued, with particular attention to any binding calipers or scored discs that might manifest as a pulling sensation under braking. Beyond the braking and tyre concerns, a careful examination of the underside of the Evoque is recommended, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points, suspension arms, and brake pipe runs, as Range Rover products of this era are known to develop corrosion in these areas, even though the DVSA record does not currently flag any such issues. Listen for clonking noises from the suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mounts. Finally, verify that the registration plates conform to current formatting standards, as this was the cause of the major failure on the recent test, and confirm that the tyre repair kit or spare is present and serviceable, given the recurring history of tyre damage on this particular vehicle.