2004 LAND ROVER DEFENDER2.5L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable and highly consistent maintenance trend, evidenced by five consecutive MOT passes with zero defects recorded. The most recent test on 14 January 2026 at 70,450 miles yielded a clean pass, confirming the vehicle met all structural and mechanical safety standards at that time. This unbroken record of defect-free tests indicates a pattern of diligent preventative maintenance rather than reactive repairs, suggesting the previous owner kept on top of consumable wear and structural integrity. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging just over 3,200 miles annually. Between the March 2022 test at 66,142 miles and the April 2024 test at 68,537 miles, the Defender covered only 2,395 miles over a two-year period, highlighting prolonged periods of light use or standing. A slight uptick in usage occurred between April 2024 and January 2026, where the vehicle accumulated 1,913 miles over roughly twenty-one months, yet the overall pace remains exceptionally gentle for an off-road vehicle of this age. Despite the flawless MOT record, a low-mileage Defender of this vintage demands a thorough physical inspection focused on age-related deterioration rather than mileage wear. Standing for extended periods can cause perished rubber suspension bushes, deteriorated brake hoses, and seized calipers, none of which always trigger an MOT failure immediately. A buyer must personally inspect the chassis, bulkhead, and door frames for structural rust, as a 2004 model is highly susceptible to corrosion that can compromise structural integrity. Checking the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and verifying the operation of the drivetrain and steering components will confirm whether this low mileage has preserved the vehicle or merely masked the effects of aging.