2015 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Diesel · BC15 JAC

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 19 March 2026 at 78,891 miles, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening. The day prior, on 18 March 2026, the same mileage produced a failure for significantly worn front and rear brake discs, rear brake pads below 1.5 mm, a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit, and structural tyre bulges on both rear tyres. Passing the following day indicates the owner replaced the pads, discs, and rear tyres in a rush, yet the nearside front tyre advisory carried over unresolved. That pattern of failing on critical braking components and then retesting within 24 hours suggests deferred maintenance rather than a proactive servicing regime. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. From 57,793 miles in March 2023 to 65,222 in March 2024, then 71,289 in March 2025, and finally 78,891 in March 2026, the vehicle has covered roughly 7,000 to 7,500 miles per year. That is typical annual use for an eleven-year-old Evoque and points to regular road use rather than long-term storage. The gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests is a full year, so there is no evidence of missed annual tests, but the sudden cluster of braking and tyre defects at the most recent test cycle marks a sharp departure from the clean passes recorded in 2023, 2024, and 2025. A buyer should treat the braking system as the primary concern. The tester flagged both front and rear discs as significantly and obviously worn, meaning the vehicle was likely driven with degraded braking surfaces for some time. Inspect the replaced discs and pads for genuine quality and correct specification, and check the calipers for uneven wear or binding that could indicate a hydraulic or slider issue. The rear tyre bulges flagged as structural failures raise a separate red flag. Bulging caused by internal separation often points to impact damage from potholes or kerbs, common on heavy SUVs with low-profile tyres. Have a specialist inspect the inner sidewalls of all four tyres and check the wheel rims for cracks or deformation. Beyond the immediate MOT items, the sudden deterioration after three consecutive clean passes suggests the previous owner allowed basic upkeep to slip. Examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links for play, particularly at the front where the nearside tyre was wearing unevenly on its edge. That uneven wear pattern often hints at a tracking or suspension geometry issue rather than simple neglect. A thorough inspection of the subframe and underbody for corrosion is also wise on a vehicle of this age, especially if it has seen wet-road or salted-surface use. The MOT record alone cannot confirm structural integrity, so a physical underbody check remains essential before purchase.