2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Pure SD4 2.2L Heavy oil · SW62 NVS

A 2012 Range Rover Evoque SD4 with a recorded mileage of 129,692 presents a roadworthiness profile that is largely undifferentiated on paper. Five MOT tests appear on file between 2020 and 2025, with the most recent pass recorded on 11 January 2025 showing no defects or advisories. Two failures sit in the record, on 4 May 2022 and 14 December 2024, but in both cases no defect data was captured against the test outcome. This is a significant caveat for any prospective buyer: while the headline pass/fail history might look acceptable, the absence of recorded defect details on the failures means we cannot establish whether they relate to minor rectifiable items like a blown bulb or emissions threshold, or to more substantive mechanical or structural issues. The general trend over the recorded period is therefore neutral rather than demonstrably strong. In terms of usage, the vehicle has covered roughly 9,264 miles per year over its 14-year life, which sits broadly in line with typical annual mileage for a car of this vintage. The mileage progression between tests is steady and consistent with regular daily use rather than long periods off the road or sudden heavy-use spikes, which is mechanically favourable for keeping seals, bearings, brake components and drivetrain parts in working order through regular heat cycling. There is an eight-month gap between the May 2022 tests and an eight-month gap between the December 2024 failure and the January 2025 pass, neither of which is unusual. Crucially, there are no multi-year gaps that would raise concerns about standing-related issues such as seized brakes, perished cooling system hoses, or flat-spotted tyres from prolonged storage. For the test drive, attention should be focused squarely on areas commonly affected on a high-mileage Evoque of this generation, particularly the rear suspension geometry, front lower wishbones and the Haldex-style coupling if equipped, as these tend to wear progressively with mileage. Listen for clonks or knocks from the rear over uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn trailing arm or bushes, and feel for vagueness or shuddering through the steering wheel that could point to track rod or front suspension wear. On the brakes, test for a firm pedal with no excessive travel and check for any pulling to one side under steady braking, which on an Evoque can signify binding calipers or uneven pad wear. The engine should be observed on a cold start for excessive smoke from the oil filler cap or any signs of oil seepage around the cam cover and turbo pipework, as the 2.2 SD4 diesel is known for oil-related wear at this age and mileage. Given the gap in defect data on the two recorded failures, it is strongly advisable to obtain the previous test certificates or carry out a pre-purchase inspection at a specialist familiar with the Evoque platform before committing to purchase. Specifically request that the inspector checks the underbody for corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points, the condition of the exhaust system and mounts, and the operation of the diesel particulate filter through active regeneration cycles, as none of these areas are visible from the MOT summary alone. A live OBD scan for stored fault codes is also recommended, since intermittent electronic and sensor issues on the SD4 powertrain will not always be reflected in a simple pass or fail result.