2015 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · EW04 AJW
2015 Land Rover Defender (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01/10/2015. Recorded mileage 89,081 miles. MOT valid until 11/12/2026. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,081 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 2198cc
EW04 AJW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 89,081 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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EW04 AJW Mileage History
- 04/12/202381,911 mi
- 04/12/202381,911 mi
- 26/11/202486,393 mi+4,482 mi
- 26/11/202486,397 mi+4 mi
- 10/12/202589,081 mi+2,684 mi
Average of roughly 3,553 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EW04 AJW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Land Rover Defender (EW04 AJW) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”.
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Our Verdict
A recommended purchase for those seeking
Focus your attention on the service history of the 2.2L diesel engine to ensure regular oil and filter changes. While the MOT history is relatively clean, the mileage is higher than the model average, so check for wear on high-use interior components and clutch feel. Use the above-average mileage as a point of negotiation on the final price.
The 2.2L diesel engine provides utility but will result in higher fuel costs and a higher tax band compared to modern equivalents. Insurance groups for the Defender are generally moderate, but maintenance costs can be unpredictable due to the vehicle's mechanical nature. Typical annual costs will be higher than a standard SUV of this age.
Specifically inspect the rear suspension, as a worn offside rear upper shock absorber bush led to an MOT failure in November 2024. While the aggregate data for Defenders shows corrosion and brake pipe issues as top failure reasons, these have not appeared in this vehicle's recorded MOT history; however, a physical inspection of the chassis and bulkhead is still strongly advised. Verify that all external lighting is functional, following a 2023 failure regarding the rear fog lamp.
This grey 2015 Land Rover Defender has covered 89,081 miles, which is above the model's average annual mileage of 3,736 miles. Its MOT history shows a consistent record, with only two failures in 2023 and 2024, both of which were rectified on the day of the test. The most recent MOT in December 2025 was passed with no defects recorded.
The Defender has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, with corrosion, brake pipes, and headlamps being the most frequent failure points.
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