LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A2021 · 5.0L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance trend with no serious structural or mechanical defects recorded across its MOT history. The most recent test on 20 August 2025 at 39,001 miles passed with only two minor advisories. Rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin, and the offside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. Both items fall within the category of routine consumable wear rather than underlying mechanical fault. The prior test on 20 August 2024 at 31,407 miles passed with zero defects, indicating the vehicle has been maintained to a reasonable standard with no recurring or escalating faults between inspections. The mileage progression shows an accumulation of approximately 7,594 miles over the twelve-month period between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. This aligns with the vehicle's overall annual average of roughly 7,800 miles per year across its five-year lifespan, which is typical for a Defender of this age. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in recorded distance that would suggest odometer irregularity or prolonged periods of disuse. The record is sparse with only two entries, but both are consecutive annual tests with consistent mileage progression. A buyer conducting an in-person inspection should pay particular attention to the rear braking system. The advisory on rear pad wear at 39,001 miles suggests the vehicle has been driven in a manner or environment that places demand on rear brakes, possibly towing or hilly terrain common with Defender use. Inspect the rear brake discs for scoring or lipping and check whether pads have been replaced since the August 2025 advisory. The offside rear tyre edge wear also warrants a close look at rear suspension alignment and condition of rear suspension bushes, as uneven tyre wear on a solid-axled vehicle like the Defender frequently points to worn trailing arm bushes or a misaligned axle. Check the nearside rear tyre for a similar wear pattern. Given the Defender's off-road capability and V8 powertrain, underbody inspection for corrosion on chassis outriggers, cross-members, and door bottoms remains advisable even though no corrosion-related defects have appeared on record. The exhaust and emissions system has presented no issues historically, but a cold-start check for smoke or unusual note would confirm the V8 is running cleanly. Overall, the record suggests a vehicle that has been used as intended and maintained without neglect, with only minor consumable items requiring attention.