2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Pure TD4 2.2L Diesel · SW62 OEN

The most recent DVSA examination on 19 April 2026 resulted in a clean pass with no defects, advisories, or minor issues recorded against this 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. Reviewing the broader MOT history, the vehicle has demonstrated a strongly stable maintenance trend across the past several test cycles, with consecutive passes recorded at roughly annual intervals from 2022 through 2026 without any advisories being logged. The only recorded failure occurred in June 2018, some eight years prior to the current test, and that was an isolated event relating to front tyre tread depth, a sidewall cut exposing ply or cords, and ineffective front wiper operation. These were all straightforward consumable and wear-related items rather than structural or systemic defects, and the absence of any repeat failures or advisories since suggests the vehicle has been conscientiously maintained and is currently in sound mechanical condition from a roadworthiness perspective. With a recorded mileage of 96,735 miles over approximately fourteen years, this Range Rover has covered an average of around 6,910 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a luxury SUV of this vintage. There is a noticeable gap in the MOT record between November 2019 and April 2022, where no test is recorded for over two years; this likely reflects a combination of MOT exemption during the pandemic suspension period and potentially reduced usage during that time. Such a gap should not cause undue concern provided the vehicle was kept taxed and insured, but it does mean that any interim servicing or remedial work would not be visible in the DVSA data. The overall mileage is not excessive for a Range Rover, though it is worth bearing in mind that these vehicles are heavy and complex, so even moderate annual mileage places meaningful demands on suspension components, drivetrain mountings, and braking systems. Given the clean MOT history and the age of the vehicle, particular attention should be paid during physical inspection to age-related degradation that would not necessarily be flagged on an MOT test. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which becomes common on rubber older than six or seven years regardless of remaining tread depth; the date code on the sidewall will confirm manufacture age. Brake discs, particularly on a vehicle that may have had periods of lighter use, are susceptible to surface corrosion and binding calipers, so each corner should be checked for uneven pad wear, seized slider pins, and any juddering or pulling under braking on a test drive. The 12V battery should be tested for resting voltage and cranking performance, as batteries of this age commonly fail without warning, and any standing fluid leaks beneath the vehicle after a prolonged stop should be noted. Further age-appropriate checks include verifying the service history book and confirming that all required oil, filter, brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid changes have been carried out at the correct intervals, as these are calendar-sensitive rather than purely mileage-sensitive services. Brake fluid should be renewed every two years irrespective of use due to its hygroscopic nature, and coolant systems in particular on Land Rover products benefit from regular renewal to prevent internal corrosion. On a test drive, listen carefully for suspension clonks or knocking over uneven surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar bushes, control arm bushes, and air suspension components are common wear items at this age and mileage. Finally, inspect the underbody, exhaust mounting, and suspension links for any signs of corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and subframe mounting points, as a fourteen-year-old vehicle with significant road exposure will inevitably show surface corrosion even if nothing has yet been flagged as an MOT advisory.