2012 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · CV62 HVT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift in maintenance standards following several years of clean records. After passing tests in 2022 through 2024, the October 2025 test at 46,437 miles revealed headlamp alignment issues, an inoperative reversing lamp, and significant corrosion on the front brake pipes. While the vehicle passed the retest the following day, the presence of corroded brake lines covered in grease suggests that fluid components may have been neglected until the inspection failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old Defender, averaging approximately 3,300 miles per year. Between August 2022 and October 2025, the vehicle covered only 4,717 miles, suggesting periods of infrequent use or long-term storage. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it increases the risk of rubber components degrading and seals drying out over time. The corrosion noted in late 2025 is a common symptom of stationary vehicles where age-related degradation of fluid-carrying hardware. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, specifically focusing on the nearside and offside front pipes flagged by the tester. The mention of grease covering these pipes often indicates an attempt to mask corrosion or a messy previous repair that was not properly cleaned. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, the chassis should also be inspected for structural integrity and surface rust, as these models are prone to oxidation regardless of miles driven. Verify the headlamp alignment and electrical wiring for the reversing lamp to ensure the 2025 failures were fully rectified.