2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · MH02 AFH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on October 7, 2025 at 68,546 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. The car failed the MOT test just one day prior at five miles lower due to excessive play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint. While this specific fault was rectified to achieve the pass, the history of steering-related failures suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap between the March 2023 test at 49,410 miles and the September 2024 test at 59,384 miles, where the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles in eighteen months. This moderate usage typically limits wear on the drivetrain and suspension, yet the record indicates specific mechanical issues are still emerging between these annual inspections. A recurring area of concern is the front-end geometry. The September 2024 test flagged play in both steering rack inner joints alongside uneven wear on both front tyres. This combination often indicates alignment issues or premature wear of the steering-related suspension components. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the steering rack, suspension bushes, and track rod ends to ensure the recent repair in October 2025 has not masked underlying wear elsewhere in the front assembly.