2015 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · HC06 AMY

The defining mechanical theme across this Evoque's MOT history is a recurring concern with the offside front outer drive shaft CV boot, which first surfaced as a deteriorated minor defect in June 2023, was not flagged again in the clean 2024 and 2025 passes, and then reappeared as a major failure in June 2026 when the boot had split to the point of no longer preventing ingress of dirt. This pattern points to a drivetrain sealing issue that was either poorly rectified after the 2023 advisory or has progressed more rapidly than expected. Alongside this, rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin at both the June 2026 advisory and the failed test ten days later, suggesting the friction material is now approaching the limit and will require replacement before the next test. The most recent outcome on 2026-06-29 was a pass, but only after a prior failure on the same CV boot issue and with brake pad wear carried over, so the record cannot be described as clean. At roughly 9,918 miles per year over an eleven-year span, this Evoque's accumulation rate is broadly typical for its age, and the testing cadence shows consistent annual use without extended off-road periods that would raise concerns about seized components or stale fluids. However, with 109,101 miles recorded, consumable wear is well into mid-life territory, and the absence of any mileage inconsistency or large gaps means the recorded defects are likely genuine wear rather than artefacts of sporadic use. The mileage bracket is also one where suspension bushes, coil springs, dampers, anti-roll bar links, and exhaust mounting rubbers commonly show their age, even if the MOT record has not yet flagged them. For a prospective purchase, the immediate priorities are the offside front drive shaft and the rear brakes. On a test drive, listen for a rhythmic clicking or knocking from the front under load, particularly on full-lock turns, which would indicate that contamination has already damaged the CV joint internals beyond what a simple boot replacement can resolve. On the rear brakes, expect to feel reduced retardation, a spongy or low pedal, or handbrake inefficiency if the pads have worn further past the advisory point. It is also prudent to inspect the area beneath the vehicle for fresh CV grease deposits on the undertray or inner suspension components, which would confirm active grease loss from the failed boot. Beyond the flagged items, the test drive should focus on the symptoms typical for a high-mileage Evoque of this generation, as these components are not always captured in MOT data but commonly deteriorate within this mileage band. Listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, or top mount bearings. On dual carriageway sections, check for steering vibration, wandering, or pulling to one side, which can indicate worn front suspension geometry or warped brake discs, and on full-lock manoeuvres listen for any binding or graunching from the transmission. Given the documented CV boot failure, a thorough inspection of the prop shaft, rear differential, and surrounding rubber boots by a specialist would be a sensible precaution before committing to purchase.