1985 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · B538 OLY

The 2025-10-15 MOT at 233,696 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle remains roadworthy and that the maintenance record shows no deterioration since the previous 2024-10-04 test at 232,956 miles. Earlier 2023-10-20 entries also show passes with no recorded defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. At an age of 41 years the 233,696‑mile odometer equates to roughly 5,700 miles per year, a figure consistent with the incremental increases of 674 miles between 2023‑10‑20 and 2024‑10‑04 and 740 miles between 2024‑10‑04 and 2025‑10‑15, indicating steady, low‑intensity use and no evidence of rapid mileage accumulation. A buyer should therefore focus on mechanical and structural inspection: examine the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs and shock absorbers for wear or corrosion, verify that the rear and front brake calipers move freely and that discs show no scoring or excessive wear, assess the chassis and wheel‑arch areas for rust that could compromise structural integrity, and check tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, as low mileage does not preclude component fatigue or standing‑related deterioration.