2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · MA62 OFO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of neglected structural corrosion and deferred upkeep. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 53,697 miles passed, the tester flagged the rear fuel tank cover as badly corroded. This is a persistent issue that appeared as an advisory in 2023 and 2024, indicating that the previous owner ignored a known structural defect for several years until it reached critical severity. At 53,697 miles, this 14-year-old vehicle has covered an average of only 3,836 miles per year. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. Between October 2022 and October 2024, the car covered only 7,972 miles, yet the records show multiple failures regarding perishing, cracking, and uneven tyre wear. This suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods, causing the tyre sidewalls to dry out despite the low odometer mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the fuel system area to determine if the corrosion has spread to the mounting brackets or lines. The recurring reports of perishing tyres and edge wear in 2023 and 2024 point to potential alignment issues or neglect of basic pressure-related maintenance. Furthermore, the 2023 failure of the headlamp and wiper blade highlights a pattern where basic safety items are only addressed after failing an MOT test. Verify the current state of all rubber bushes and suspension components for signs of cracking consistent with low-use, high-age operation.