2021 Land Rover Defender D Mhev Auto 3.0L Diesel · EC11 PTC

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 12 June 2026 at 69,328 miles with no recorded defects. This represents an improving trend compared to the failure in May 2025. While the latest test result is clean, the previous failure indicates a period of reactive maintenance where multiple body and safety-related items were only addressed after failing to meet minimumSA standards. At 69,328 miles over five years, the Defender has averaged approximately 13,866 miles per year. This is higher than the average for a modern SUV, suggesting consistent heavy use rather than long stationary periods. The record shows a steady accumulation of mileage, with 12,957 miles covered between March 2024 and May 2025, and another 9,085 miles in the year leading up to the most recent test. This rate of use places significant demand on the MHEV drivetrain, air suspension components, and braking system. A prospective buyer should physically inspect the nearside front area, as the wing damage and insecure mudguard were previously flagged during the 2025 test. Although the undertray damage and defective spare tyre were supposedly rectified, a check of the underbody protection is necessary to ensure no further structural or loose fasteners remain. The previous inoperative headlamp cleaning device and sidewall cut on the tyre suggest that cosmetic and peripheral damage may have been overlooked. Given the high annual mileage, a close inspection of the suspension bushings and the condition of the brake discs is vital to ensure the mechanical wear has not progressed beyond standard levels.