2014 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · 321 JF

The Land Rover Defender presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 6 January 2026 at 103,048 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken five-year sequence of clean MOT outcomes. The vehicle shows no worsening mechanical faults and no recurring advisories across the available history. Annual mileage has averaged close to 8,600 miles, consistent with typical use for a 2014 vehicle. The records show steady accumulation: 83,609 miles in January 2022, rising to 87,756 by January 2023, 92,296 in January 2024, 97,319 in January 2025, and 103,048 in January 2026. No gaps or sudden jumps appear. The clean test sheets across all five years suggest the previous keeper kept basic upkeep current, though the absence of advisories means wear items were either within limits or replaced before each test. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the fault-free record. Defenders of this era are prone to chassis corrosion and suspension bush degradation, neither of which a pass with no defects necessarily rules out if not at test-threshold levels. Examine brake discs, coil springs, and steering joints for early fatigue. Check underneath for structural rust at outriggers and crossmembers. Verify the drivetrain and transfer box for oil leaks given the age. The MOT data alone shows a well-maintained example, but twelve years of service demands hands-on verification of consumables and hidden structural integrity.