2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn HSE Dmhev A 3.0L Diesel · ES02 AND

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 6 October 2025. While the overall trend shows a passing result, the initial failure on that same day indicates a lapse in preventative maintenance. The tester flagged an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and insufficient washer fluid delivery. The fact that the vehicle passed immediately after these failures suggests the owner addressed these specific electronic and fluid faults, indicating a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. At 32,456 miles, this four-year-old Defender has averaged approximately 8,114 miles per year. This figure aligns with typical annual usage patterns for a premium SUV and suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to excessive heavy-duty work or high mileage. The mileage record is consistent, showing no evidence of rapid accumulation between service intervals, which generally implies lower wear on the complex drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage examples of the same model. A buyer must verify that the engine malfunction indicator light remains fully functional and does not intermittently trigger fault codes that were previously hidden during the test. The physical inspection should also check the washer system for leaks or pump failure which may have caused the previous failure. Since there are no recorded advisories regarding structural integrity, corrosion, or brake component wear, the focus should remain on the electronic health of the hybrid powertrain and ensuring the reported MIL fault was not a symptom of a deeper sensor issue.