2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0L Diesel · SM68 OPF
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 48,802 miles. MOT valid until 07 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,802 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM68 OPF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2026
- 48,802 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM68 OPF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (SM68 OPF) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
SM68 OPF Mileage History
- 01/08/202430,049 mi
- 02/08/202430,049 mi
- 09/09/202533,893 mi+3,844 mi
- 13/08/202648,802 mi+14,909 mi
- 14/08/202648,802 mi
Average of roughly 9,219 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Range Rover Velar
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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