2015 Land Rover Defender 90 Hard TOP TD 2.2L Heavy oil · EIL 107

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 14 March 2025 at 162,327 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This clean record across the last several tests suggests that the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical and safety concerns before they could trigger a failure or a formal advisory. The mileage pattern indicates high-intensity use for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,757 miles annually. A significant period of usage occurred between March 2019 and April 2021, where the vehicle covered over 34,000 miles in two years. Since then, the accumulation has remained steady, with 19,300 miles recorded between the September 2022 test and another 17,000 miles by March 2025. This high mileage places considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system compared to lower-mileage examples. Despite the lack of recorded advisories, a physical inspection must focus on components common to high-mileage Land Rover Defenders. The buyer should examine the chassis for structural integrity, specifically looking for corrosion or thinning metal that a standard MOT test might miss until it becomes critical. The suspension bushes and coil springs should be scrutinised for signs of premature wear or fatigue given the high annual mileage. Additionally, checking for brake caliper binding or thinning on the discs is essential to ensure the high usage has not resulted in neglected mechanical degradation.