2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Diesel · CF18 VBY

The 2018 Range Rover Evoque presents a stable but recently flagged maintenance profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 12 March 2024 at 48,574 miles, passed but carried an advisory for both front brake discs worn, pitted or scored, though not seriously weakened. This is the first recorded defect since 2021, marking a shift from three consecutive clean tests. The trend is not worsening in a structural sense, but the emergence of front brake wear after years of uneventful passes suggests consumable components are now reaching replacement age. No corrosion, suspension, or emissions failures have been recorded. The vehicle has covered roughly 6,072 miles per year since new, which is typical for its age. Mileage accumulation has been steady rather than sparse, with no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the record. The 12-month interval between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows approximately 10,757 miles covered, indicating consistent use. The record is clean and complete across four tests, with no missed years or mileage anomalies that would raise concern about tampering or long-term standing. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front braking system. The 2024 advisory for pitted and scored front discs points to genuine surface wear rather than a simple lip, meaning the discs may be nearing or past minimum thickness. Check the pads for uneven wear and inspect the calipers for any tendency to bind, as sticking pistons can cause the localised scoring described in the advisory. While no suspension defects have been flagged, the Evoque's front lower arm bushes and rear trailing arm links are known wear items at this mileage, so a thorough check for play and perishing is worthwhile. The 2023 advisory for edge wear on both front tyres also warrants attention, as it can indicate misaligned tracking or worn front suspension geometry. Inspect the inner and outer tyre shoulders closely and verify recent alignment history.