"How many entries go in the tech log downroute. Very few. Statistically there should be an equal split. Most pilots will only snag the aircraft on the return leg.
Now there's the irony...... "
Golden rivet has mentioned something which you will find is common place, the first port of in this predicament would be a call to maintrol for advice and peace of mind.
I agree all defects should go in the book, the more info available the better.
We all know the problems with commercial pressure.
Engineering recording systems can help no end with reliability and defect trends, which in turn gives us engineers better understanding of faults and problems.