2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · KC66 KER

The 2017 Range Rover Velar exhibits a stable and improving maintenance trend, evidenced by a completely clean pass in its most recent assessment. The test conducted on 7 April 2026 at 64,505 miles recorded zero defects. Prior to this, the vehicle passed on 3 April 2025 at 56,971 miles, also with no defects. A failed test occurred on 3 February 2025 at 56,903 miles, yet the record shows no defects listed for this failure. The vehicle returned the following day, 4 February 2025, passing at the identical mileage of 56,903 miles with no defects. This suggests the initial failure was likely an administrative error or an aborted test rather than a mechanical fault, as the mileage did not advance between the fail and the subsequent pass. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,167 miles annually. Between the January 2024 test at 47,600 miles and the April 2025 test at 56,971 miles, the vehicle covered 9,371 miles over a fifteen-month period. The subsequent year saw a further 7,534 miles added, reaching 64,505 miles by April 2026. This steady, moderate accumulation indicates consistent use rather than prolonged standing or high-stress commercial driving. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would suggest clocking or extended periods of disuse. Despite the pristine MOT record, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection, as the complete absence of advisories on a complex vehicle like the Velar warrants scrutiny. The clean record implies either meticulous upkeep or a very recent pre-test preparation that masked typical wear. Focus the inspection on the air suspension system, checking for compressor faults and leaking air springs. Examine the brake discs and calipers for corrosion, a common issue on vehicles covering moderate annual mileages where binding calipers and pitted discs often develop between tests. Inspect the chassis and structural mounting points for corrosion, and verify the condition of the drivetrain and cooling systems, as these components often reveal deferred maintenance that a brief MOT inspection does not capture.