2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · EM61 CON

With an MOT history stripped of advisories and only a single recorded test event on file, the documented roadworthiness record for this Range Rover Evoque is unusually sparse and offers very little insight into its mechanical condition. The lone test entry from 14 September 2022 shows both a pass and a fail recorded on the same date, with no defects listed against either outcome. This peculiar dual entry typically reflects an aborted or retested inspection where the vehicle was initially failed, rectified on site, and re-presented within the same session, but the absence of any advisory or failure detail means the specific reason for the initial refusal is unknown. Buyers should be wary of this data gap: a twelve-year-old Evoque with no recorded advisories on braking components, suspension bushes, or corrosion over its lifetime is unusual, and the lack of recorded wear items could indicate either exceptionally well-maintained components or simply that the vehicle has not been subjected to DVSA scrutiny frequently enough to surface developing issues. The most recent test outcome supports a current pass status as of September 2022, but four years have elapsed without a subsequent recorded inspection, leaving the present roadworthy status technically unverified under MOT rules given the vehicle's age. Mileage accumulation appears broadly consistent with average usage for a vehicle of this vintage, with approximately 8,932 miles recorded annually based on the 107,185 total. This figure sits within typical parameters for an Evoque that has seen a mix of urban and motorway use, though the sparse testing record means there is no granular mileage progression visible across multiple MOT events to verify whether the accumulation has been steady or punctuated by periods of heavy use followed by quieter spells. The absence of intervening tests between the September 2022 entry and now suggests either that the vehicle may have been used sparingly in recent years, that testing has been carried out under different registration particulars, or that records are incomplete. Mechanically, an Evoque at this mileage should expect wear on timing chain tensioners, turbocharger components, dual-clutch gearbox mechatronics, and rear differential mounts, none of which can be verified through MOT data alone. A prospective purchase should centre the evaluation on areas not captured in the sparse MOT record. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or rattling from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as Evoques are known for wear in the lower control arm bushes, front strut mounts, and anti-roll bar drop links; any clonking through the bulkhead on full lock should prompt immediate inspection of the power steering rack and column. On the road, feel for clutch judder or hesitation under low-speed acceleration, which can indicate dual-clutch actuator wear, and pay close attention to any dashboard warning lights related to the diesel particulate filter, AdBlue system, or turbocharger boost, as these are chronic fault areas on earlier Evoque TD4 models. Inspect the underside thoroughly for oil residue around the sump, turbo oil feed lines, and rear differential, as Evoques at this mileage frequently exhibit minor seepage that, while not yet at failure threshold, signals impending gasket or seal renewal. Given the four-year absence of recorded MOT data since the September 2022 test, the vehicle will require a fresh inspection immediately upon purchase, and any latent advisories from that prior pass will now almost certainly have progressed into outright failures. Particular attention should be directed to brake disc and pad condition, as discs on an Evoque of this age typically measure at or beyond the 107,185-mile wear limit, and rear caliper slide pins are prone to seizing, producing uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. Inspect the full length of the underbody for corrosion on subframe mounting points, brake pipe unions, and the rear suspension subframe, as Evoques operated in areas where winter salt is used can develop structural corrosion that compromises both MOT passability and long-term durability. A pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Land Rover products is strongly advised given the limited MOT data trail and the model's known susceptibility to age-related component failures.