2021 Land Rover Defender Hard TOP D Mhev Auto 3.0L Diesel · AF71 WHH

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 6 November 2025 with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a similarly clean result from October 2024, indicating a stable maintenance trend and a vehicle that has been kept to a standard that meets the minimum legal roadworthiness requirements without recurring failures. The absence of advisories suggests that the previous owner has likely addressed wear and tear items before they became critical failures. The recorded mileage of 103,140 miles is significantly higher than average for a five year old vehicle, averaging approximately 20,628 miles per year. While such high annual usage often suggests long distance motorway cruising, which is generally less taxing on the diesel particulate filter and engine internals than urban stop start driving, it places considerable stress on the chassis and drivetrain. A buyer should anticipate accelerated wear on all primary consumables and a closer inspection of components that typically fatigue around the 100,000 mile mark. Given the high mileage and clean MOT history, the physical inspection should focus on components that do not always trigger an MOT failure but affect long term reliability. Pay close attention to the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or sagging, and listen for clunks or knocks during low speed maneuvers. Check the brake discs for significant lip wear or scoring and ensure there is no shuddering under heavy braking, which would indicate warping. Examine the tyre treads for uneven wear patterns, as this often points to misalignment or worn suspension components that have not yet reached a failure threshold. It is imperative to verify the service history to ensure that oil changes and filter replacements have been performed at intervals appropriate for high mileage usage. Particular attention should be paid to the transmission and differential fluids, which may require refreshing given the total distance covered. Inspect the 12V battery health and the mild hybrid system integration, ensuring there are no warning lights on the dashboard. Finally, check for any signs of fluid leaks around the engine bay and drivetrain seals, as high mileage vehicles are more prone to seal degradation and seepage.