2007 Land Rover Defender 2.4L Diesel · 92 JPN

The 2007 Land Rover Defender presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 31 July 2025 at 118,431 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of five consecutive passes since 2021. The maintenance trend shows no worsening faults, advisories, or recurring mechanical concerns across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 118,431 against roughly 19 years of age, equating to about 6,233 miles per year, which is typical for this vehicle class. The tests show low annual accumulation: 102,482 miles in August 2021 rose to just 118,431 by July 2025, a total of 15,949 miles over four years. No gaps exist between annual tests, and the clean sheets at each point imply consistent garaging and basic upkeep rather than deferred service. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of chassis outriggers, bulkhead, and spring hangers for corrosion, as Defenders of this era commonly suffer structural rust unseen in a pass result. The absence of advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions across the record suggests these items were within limits, but age-related fatigue in steering joints and dampers remains plausible. Given the sparse but fault-free MOT data, the vehicle reads as genuinely low-use with responsible test compliance. Physical checks of drivetrain oil leaks, transfer box wear, and tyre sidewall condition remain the only prudent verifications before purchase.