1992 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J317 PNM

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on January 19, 2026, 124,704 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle successfully rectified a significant mechanical failure from the previous year. Since the repair in early 2025, the record has shown no further defects, indicating that the current owner is responsive to safety-critical faults when they arise during annual testing. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 34-year-old Defender, averaging approximately 3,668 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of minimal use; for instance, the vehicle covered only 101 miles between February 2025 and January 2026, and just 3,015 miles between the January 2023 and February 2024 tests. While this low mileage suggests light drivetrain wear, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and internal corrosion within braking systems due to long periods of standing stationary. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the braking system given the failure on February 6, 2025, at 124,596 miles, where a defective brake servo prevented a full performance test. Although the vehicle has since passed, the buyer should check for fluid leaks from perished lines or seized calipers that often result from low use. Given the age and low usage of the vehicle, a thorough examination of the chassis for structural rust and suspension mounting points is essential, as these areas are prone to hidden decay regardless of the recorded mileage.