2015 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · 12 RAG

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of deferred rear suspension repairs. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 86,236 miles passed, it carried advisories for worn nearside rear lower anti-roll bar bushes and thin rear brake pads. This indicates a pattern where components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure or advisory rather than being replaced on a preventative schedule. At 86,236 miles over 11 years, the Defender has averaged approximately 7,840 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for this age class. The mileage record shows consistent annual testing, with a 9,350-mile gap between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 7,188-mile interval between September 2024 and September 2025. This steady progression suggests the vehicle is not suffering from long periods of inactivity, which often causes rubber components to perish and perish over time. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly, as the history shows multiple failures involving all four shock absorber bushes in September 2024. The repeated damage to the anti-roll bar linkages and bushes between 2024 and 2025 suggests the rear end is under significant stress or has used substandard replacement parts. The advisory for thin brake pads in the 2025 test also requires immediate attention to avoid rotor scoring. You should also check the chassis for structural corrosion around the suspension mounting points, as the MOT record focuses primarily on mechanical wear in these systems.