2012 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · CP62 ACO

This 2012 Land Rover Defender holds a clean, unblemished MOT record, passing every annual test without a single advisory or defect recorded. The most recent test in March 2026 at 51,406 miles shows no mechanical or structural concerns, and the pattern across the last five yearly inspections is entirely stable. Nothing in the official record suggests a worsening condition or neglected maintenance. The mileage pattern is notably low and exceptionally consistent. The vehicle has covered roughly 3,672 miles per year, and the recorded increments between each March test run from 32,111 miles in 2022 to 51,406 miles in 2026, showing annual usage of about 5,000 miles or less. This shows a regular testing routine and light, steady use rather than long periods of standing or sporadic high-mileage bursts. The absence of any mileage discrepancies between tests indicates the odometer has not been tampered with and the recorded figure is fundamentally trustworthy. Because the MOT history is entirely clear, there are no recurring faults to track, but that does not remove the need for a physical inspection. For a vehicle of this age, the annual test does not guarantee the condition of components that commonly deteriorate outside the testable scope. Look specifically for chassis and bulkhead corrosion, which can develop on Defenders even with low mileage, and check the condition of suspension bushes, steering ball joints, and any oil seepage from the gearbox or transfer case. The brake lines and calipers should be checked for corrosion and binding, particularly given the low annual mileage, which can promote surface rust on discs and seized sliders. Tyres, although passing each test, should be checked for age-related cracking if they have been in service for several years. The clean MOT history is a positive indicator of careful upkeep, but a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist remains a sensible step given the Defender's propensity for hidden structural rust.