2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · PL67 KPX

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 18 June 2025—just over a year ago at 67,013 miles—confirms it passed without defects, though the preceding history reveals a pattern of avoidable tyre-related failures. The trend is not worsening but remains unstable, with two separate failures in June 2023 (both rear tyres) and a near-legal front tyre issue in September 2022. These failures suggest inconsistent tyre maintenance, as the same components were repeatedly overlooked despite being straightforward to inspect and replace. No structural, suspension, or braking defects were recorded in any test, indicating those systems have not been flagged for attention. The mileage progression shows a steady but moderate annual average of around 7,400 miles, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no concerning gaps or spikes in the record—each test falls within the expected 12-month window, and the 2023 failures occurred within days of one another, implying a single maintenance oversight rather than a prolonged neglect period. The absence of other mileage anomalies further supports that the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme conditions or prolonged inactivity, which could accelerate wear in suspension or drivetrain components. Given the tyre failures, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of all four tyres for uneven wear, embedded debris, or signs of cord exposure. The near-legal tread on the front nearside tyre in 2022 suggests the same risk may persist, so measuring tread depth and checking for edge wear is essential. While the MOT history does not indicate suspension or braking issues, the vehicle’s age and mileage warrant close examination of rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake caliper binding—common areas for gradual degradation. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be checked, as this is a critical but often overlooked aspect of Range Rover Velar models exposed to UK road conditions.