2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · M155 KNP

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 14 March 2026, with a single advisory recorded relating to slight play in both front track rod end ball joints. This is the only advisory on the most recent test and, viewed against the broader DVSA history, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable rather than deteriorating. The car has passed every annual test since first presentation, with only occasional advisories noted and no failures, refusals, or items recorded as dangerous or major defects. The recurrence of front-end steering and suspension advisories across several test cycles is, however, worth examining in context rather than dismissed, given that it points to ongoing chassis wear on a vehicle now approaching a decade in service. With 53,889 miles recorded against a 2017 registration, this Velar has averaged just under 6,000 miles per year, which is notably low for a premium SUV of this type. Such modest annual usage suggests either predominantly short, light journeys or extended periods of standing between use, and both carry their own mechanical implications. Light, low-speed running tends to be harder on brakes and tyres than steady motorway mileage, while prolonged standing commonly leads to brake disc corrosion, seized or binding calipers, perished rubber components, and premature ageing of lubricants and coolant. Conversely, the relatively gentle accumulation of miles will have spared the drivetrain and major wear items such as the clutch, turbocharger, and internal engine components from heavy-duty wear. Turning to the advisory items, the front track rod end play flagged in 2026 represents the kind of wear that typically develops gradually on the front suspension and steering of a vehicle of this age and can progress if left unattended. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and feel for vagueness, wandering, or a lack of self-centring in the steering, any of which would suggest the play is worsening and warrants prompt replacement. The 2023 advisories regarding both front tyres worn on their edges indicate a geometry or tracking issue that has since been corrected through tyre renewal, but it would be prudent to inspect current tread wear patterns for any return of uneven shoulder wear, which would imply alignment or suspension component concerns. The nearside front brake disc advisory from 2022, noting pitting not seriously weakened at that time, also warrants physical inspection now, as corrosion scoring on the disc surface can progress during standing periods and lead to brake judder or pedal vibration under heavy braking. Given the low annual mileage, the prospective buyer should pay particular attention to age-related deterioration rather than purely mileage-based wear. The tyres, while likely to have legal tread given the recent renewal suggested by the 2023 advisories, may be suffering from sidewall perishing or cracking from age and should be examined closely on the inner and outer walls. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from battery failure through chronic undercharging, and the charging system should be checked at the same time. Brake discs should be inspected for rust build-up, particularly around the outer edges and hub-mounted areas, and the caliper slider pins and handbrake mechanism should be exercised to confirm they are not binding. Finally, confirmation should be sought that time-based servicing has been carried out irrespective of mileage, particularly for brake fluid (typically every two years), coolant, and the transfer box and differential fluids, as neglecting calendar-based servicing on low-mileage vehicles is a common cause of costly component failure. The service book and any supporting invoices should be reviewed to verify this schedule has been observed.