2005 Land Rover Defender 110 TD5 XS 2.5L Diesel · BJ55 OYR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test on 7 June 2026 at 146,839 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the history shows two failures in 2024 and 2025. The fact that the vehicle achieved a clean pass just ten days prior to this evaluation suggests that any defects identified in previous years were addressed immediately, indicating a proactive approach to maintaining legal road standards despite the intermittent setbacks. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. However, there is a significant stagnation in usage between February 2023 at 145,457 miles and May 2024 at 146,067 miles, where only 610 miles were covered in over fourteen months. Since then, the mileage has increased more rapidly. This irregular use suggests the vehicle may sits for long periods or is used under very specific conditions, which can lead to degradation of rubber components and fluid seals despite the relatively low odometer reading. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the chassis and crossmembers, as these Defenders are prone to hidden corrosion that MOT tests may not fully capture. Given the recent failures in 2024 and 2025 that resulted in clean passes thereafter, the specific reasons for those failures should be verified to ensure mechanical issues were not merely patched. Pay close attention to the state of suspension bushes and the condition of the brake calipers, as the intermittent mileage pattern often leads to seized components or perished rubber in vehicles that are not driven daily.