2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · SM18 DBY
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 May 2018. Recorded mileage 50,325 miles. MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,325 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM18 DBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 50,325 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SM18 DBY Mileage History
- 06/06/202233,224 mi
- 16/05/202337,355 mi+4,131 mi
- 05/11/202442,983 mi+5,628 mi
- 11/11/202442,983 mi
- 21/11/202550,325 mi+7,342 mi
Average of roughly 4,940 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM18 DBY MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (SM18 DBY) between June 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Deployable Door Handle Failure(Moderate)
The flush door handles are prone to mechanical failure or freezing shut.
- 2.0 Ingenium Timing Chain Stretch(Serious)
Standard Ingenium diesel risk of chain wear due to oil dilution.
- Air Suspension Leaks(Moderate)
Air suspension bags perish and compressors fail, causing the car to sag and ride quality to deteriorate.
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- Deployable Door Handle FailureModerate
The flush door handles are prone to mechanical failure or freezing shut.
- 2.0 Ingenium Timing Chain StretchSerious
Standard Ingenium diesel risk of chain wear due to oil dilution.
- Air Suspension LeaksModerate
Air suspension bags perish and compressors fail, causing the car to sag and ride quality to deteriorate.
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