2013 LAND ROVER DEFENDER2.2L Diesel

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the 14 May 2026 MOT at 128,552 miles, but the tester recorded an off‑side rear brake pipe corroded and covered in grease and a slight free play in the steering box. Earlier tests show the same brake‑pipe corrosion recurring in 2024 and 2022, and occasional thin‑pad warnings in 2020, 2021 and 2024, indicating a pattern of persistent but manageable wear rather than a deteriorating failure trend. Overall the maintenance record points to a stable condition with minor, repeatable issues that have been addressed sufficiently to keep the vehicle legal. The mileage averages roughly 9,900 miles per year for a thirteen‑year‑old Defender, aligning with typical usage. Between the 11 March 2025 test at 122,722 miles and the most recent test the vehicle added about 5,800 miles in fourteen months, a steady accrual with no large unexplained gaps. Earlier intervals – for example, from 90,477 miles in September 2019 to 102,182 miles in November 2021 – also reflect consistent yearly mileage, suggesting the odometer reading is reliable and the car has not been subject to prolonged storage. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the rear brake pipe on the off‑side, checking for rust, grease build‑up and any signs of fluid leakage, as this component has been flagged repeatedly. The front brakes should be examined for binding, and the brake pads inspected for remaining thickness, especially on the off‑side rear where contamination was noted in 2022. The steering box free play noted in 2026 warrants a check of the steering linkage and ball‑joint boots for excessive wear. Suspension components – notably the lower shock absorber bushes on both rear axles and the near‑side front drag‑link ball joint – have shown slight wear in 2024 and earlier, so a visual inspection of bushings and mounts is advisable. Finally, verify that all external lamps, wipers and tyre tread depths meet legal standards, as these items have caused several recent failures.