2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Diesel · LD67 WTM

A pattern of persistent brake-related advisories defines the roadworthiness profile of this 2018 Range Rover Evoque, with brake disc pitting and pad wear flagged at nearly every test over the past three years. The most recent test on 11 December 2025 recorded a pass with no defects, but the advisory-only failure submitted on the same date confirms a near-side rear tyre with structural separation, alongside advisories for worn and pitted front and rear brake discs and thin friction material on both axles. This is consistent with the 2024 and 2025 tests, where rear disc pitting and perishing rear tyres were also noted, indicating that the braking and tyre conditions have been a recurring rather than isolated concern. The off-side rear service brake binding advisory from January 2025 further suggests the caliper mechanism may be sticking slightly, which warrants close physical inspection. With 56,972 miles recorded over approximately eight years, the annual accumulation works out to around 7,122 miles per year, broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no unusual gaps in the testing record and no evidence of long periods off the road, meaning the wear recorded is reflective of continuous service rather than the intermittent deterioration sometimes seen on low-use vehicles. Mechanically, this steady mileage pattern would normally be expected to show wear on consumables such as brake discs, pads, and tyres, and the MOT history aligns with that expectation rather than suggesting any abnormal use. For a prospective buyer, the brake components flagged at multiple tests should be a priority area for inspection and negotiation. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or scraping noises under light braking, feel for pedal pulsation or vibration that would confirm the disc pitting is severe enough to cause judder, and check for the vehicle pulling to one side which could indicate the binding rear caliper noted in 2025 has worsened. Visually inspect all four discs for lipping, deep scoring, and corrosion, and measure remaining pad material through the caliper window if possible, budgeting for a full axle replacement if the friction material is approaching minimum thickness. The tyre history, particularly the dangerous failure for structural separation on the near-side rear and the perishing/cracking advisories from 2024 and 2025, points towards a need for a fresh set of matching tyres and careful inspection of the sidewalls for age-related cracking given the vehicle's age. The low engine oil advisory from January 2023 is worth raising with any seller, as it can point towards either an oil leak, higher-than-normal consumption through the turbo or piston rings, or simply deferred servicing. A thorough undertray removal to check for oil residue around the sump, turbo oil feed lines, and cam cover gasket is advisable, and the buyer should also confirm the timing chain or belt service interval status, as Evoques of this generation are known for chain stretch issues at higher mileages.