2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Diesel · YB17 CWF

The Range Rover Evoque’s MOT history presents a concerning inconsistency in its most recent testing cycle, with two consecutive failures in November 2025—one on the 6th and another just seven days later on the 13th—despite no defects being recorded in either test. This pattern suggests either a clerical error or an unusually tight retest window where the vehicle was deemed roadworthy after minimal intervention, possibly cosmetic or administrative. Prior to this, the last two tests in 2024 (May and December) both passed without issues, indicating a stable period of compliance. The absence of any advisories or defects across all five entries implies that major mechanical or structural failures have not been flagged by the tester, but the repeated failures in late 2025 raise questions about either the tester’s process or the vehicle’s readiness for a straightforward pass. For a buyer, this discrepancy demands further investigation, particularly into whether the failures were due to minor, easily rectifiable issues or deeper concerns that were overlooked. The Evoque’s mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for its age, averaging around 9,600 miles per year over its nine-year lifespan. The most recent test at 86,413 miles in November 2025 shows only 348 miles covered between the failed and passed entries, a negligible distance that strongly implies the vehicle was not actively driven during this period. The previous test in December 2024 at 81,069 miles suggests a slower pace of use in the latter half of 2024, with just 5,344 miles logged in the final five months of that year. This could indicate seasonal use, storage, or a period of reduced activity. The lack of rapid mileage spikes or extreme lows points to consistent, if not particularly heavy, usage—though the clustering of tests around the same mileage in May 2024 (both at 79,607 miles) is unusual and may reflect a retest scenario where the vehicle was presented multiple times before passing. Given the clean MOT history aside from the November 2025 anomalies, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of components prone to silent degradation in off-road or premium vehicles of this type. The suspension—particularly the coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—should be checked for wear or corrosion, as these are common failure points in higher-riding SUVs. Binding or uneven brake performance, especially in the rear, should be tested under load, given the Evoque’s tendency for brake fade or caliper seizing over time. Structural integrity is less of a concern here, but a close examination of the wheel arches, sills, and underbody for corrosion or impact damage is prudent, particularly if the vehicle has seen off-road use. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, so a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly advised to verify the vehicle’s true condition beyond the MOT’s limited scope.