1992 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J330 JKR

The Land Rover Defender passed its most recent MOT on 12 February 2024 at 175,783 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend at the point of testing. The single clean pass gives no evidence of recurring faults or escalating mechanical concerns across the supplied history. The recorded mileage of 175,783 at the February 2024 test equates to roughly 5,170 miles per year over the vehicle's 34-year life, which is low for a Defender of this age. The MOT record supplied contains only this one entry, so no gaps or rapid accumulation can be assessed; the sparse data simply shows a low-mileage example tested just over two years before today's date. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person for age-related corrosion on chassis members and bulkhead, as structural rust is common on 1992 Defenders regardless of a clean MOT. The tester logged no advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions, but standing periods implied by low use can seize calipers and degrade tyres or flexible brake hoses. Given the single pass with no defects, previous ownership appears to have kept basic roadworthiness intact, yet the lack of historical entries means long-term care patterns are unverified. A pre-purchase inspection of drivetrain oils, steering joints, and underbody condition remains prudent before commitment.