2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · AV03 LEX

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards mechanical and structural degradation. The most recent test in February 2026 at 79,233 miles introduced a significant number of advisories that were absent in the previous three years. While the vehicle passed, the appearance of corrosion on sub-frames and braking component wear indicates that the car is entering a phase where preventative maintenance is becoming critical to avoid future test failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,660 miles per year. There is a visible gap in the data between January 2023 at 56,659 miles and February 2025 at 73,219 miles, where the vehicle covered over 16,000 miles in two years. This irregular usage pattern often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid seals, which may correlate with the corrosion and mounting issues noted in the 2026 record. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front and rear sub-frames. Although the tester flagged them as not yet seriously weakened in February 2026, corrosion on these structural members progresses rapidly on Land Rover products. The braking system requires immediate attention as the record notes both pitted and scored rear discs, thin offside rear pads, and a fluctuating service brake. The recurring exhaust mounting defect, which appeared in both 2025 and 2026, suggests the exhaust hardware is failing and needs replacement to prevent noise or failure.