2021 Land Rover Defender S D Auto 2.0L Diesel · J66 BOE

The vehicle presents a stable and fully compliant roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT on 29 May 2026 at 73,550 miles, passing with zero defects. This clean result indicates no immediate structural or mechanical failures. The trend remains consistently positive, showing no recurring faults or deteriorating issues across the recorded tests. Accumulating 73,550 miles over five years equates to roughly 14,710 miles annually, a high figure for this age. The mileage progression shows consistent, heavy use rather than long periods of inactivity. Between 26 April 2024 at 49,503 miles and 29 April 2025 at 61,866 miles, the vehicle covered 12,363 miles, followed by a further 11,684 miles by 29 May 2026. This sustained high mileage accelerates wear on consumables and drivetrain components. Despite the clean MOT record, the high mileage demands a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components. A vehicle covering nearly 15,000 miles a year will subject its coil springs, suspension bushes, and damping units to significant fatigue. Check the underside for corrosion, particularly around the chassis outriggers and bulkhead, as structural integrity can degrade faster under high-mileage working conditions. Inspect the brake discs and calipers for wear, and assess the condition of the drivetrain for any play or excessive wear that might not yet trigger a MOT failure but indicates impending maintenance.