2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Diesel · WN17 HVR

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 17 October 2025, following a failure the previous day. This failure was caused by a significant cut in the nearside front inner tyre that reached the ply or cords. While the MOT history from 2020 through 2024 was notably clean with no defects recorded, the most recent test reveals a developing issue with uneven tyre wear on the inner edges of both front tyres. This indicates a shift from a previously stable maintenance trend to one where steering or suspension geometry is beginning to degrade. With 66,654 miles recorded over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,406 miles per year. This is a typical usage profile for this model, suggesting a balanced mix of driving environments. While the mechanical components have not been subjected to excessive wear, the vehicle has reached an age where calendar-based degradation becomes as significant as mileage. Buyers should be aware that rubber components and various automotive fluids may be nearing the end of their effective lifespan regardless of the relatively moderate odometer reading. The specific advisories regarding inner tyre wear on both the offside and nearside front tyres are a primary concern. This wear pattern typically points to incorrect wheel alignment, specifically excessive negative camber or toe-out, which rapidly consumes the inner shoulder of the tyre. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for abnormal droning or humming from the front axle and check for any pulling or drifting. It is strongly advised that a professional four-wheel alignment check be carried out to prevent premature wear on any newly fitted tyres. Beyond the alignment issues, a thorough physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs should be conducted to check for perishing or corrosion. The buyer must verify the service history to ensure that oil changes and transmission fluid intervals have been strictly adhered to. Additionally, the brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion and the calipers checked for binding, which can occur in vehicles of this age. Finally, a health check of the 12V battery is recommended to ensure the complex electronic systems of the Evoque remain stable.