2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · KF14 EKV

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of neglected basic upkeep and deferred component replacement. The most recent test in October 2025 at 69,211 miles passed, yet it carried multiple advisories regarding tyre condition, a deteriorated registration plate, and corrosion. While the vehicle avoids immediate failures, the recurring nature of these issues suggests an owner who only addresses faults when they are flagged by the MOT tester rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 69,211 miles, the Evoque has averaged approximately 5,700 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a diesel or petrol vehicle of this age. This low usage explains the slow degradation seen in certain rubber components. For instance, between August 2023 and October 2025, the vehicle covered only 12,329 miles, yet the persistent reports of cracking and perishing tyres across multiple years. This indicates that the car likely sits for long periods, leading to dry rot rather than simple mileage-related wear. A buyer must inspect the fuel tank area closely, as the record shows progression from badly corroded in 2023 to a persistent advisory in 2025. This structural corrosion on the fuel system housing can escalate if left untreated. Furthermore, the tester flagged a worn offside suspension arm bush in 2021 at 43,154 miles. Given the low mileage and age, the suspension bushings and rubber mounts should be checked for cracking or tearing caused by age-related material failure. The history also shows a poor record of tyre management, with tyres consistently reaching the legal limit or showing edge wear in every test since 2021. The 2022 advisory for thin rear brake pads at 49,303 miles further suggests that braking service intervals have been neglected. A thorough physical inspection of the brake pad thickness and the sidewalls of all four tyres is essential to ensure the vehicle does not require immediate expenditure shortly after purchase.