2013 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · F12 FEL

The Defender passed its most recent MOT on 24 October 2025 at 67,448 miles with two minor advisories, confirming it remains roadworthy. The maintenance trend shows a resolved suspension defect and fresh early-stage steering issues, indicating overall stability with attentive rectification. The November 2023 test noted slightly worn rear shock bushes; these degraded to excessive wear causing failure on 21 November 2024, yet the owner secured a pass two days later after replacement. That sequence reveals reactive rather than preventative upkeep. The recorded mileage reflects light use for a thirteen-year-old vehicle. From the November 2022 test at 54,898 miles to the October 2025 test at 67,448 miles, the Defender covered just 12,550 miles across three years, averaging roughly 4,200 miles annually. The yearly intervals show no gaps or sudden accumulation, with each test spaced about twelve months apart and increments under 5,000 miles. Such low progression suggests gentle touring or seasonal operation rather than neglect, though prolonged standing can invite unseen corrosion. The buyer should verify the rear shock absorber bushes fitted after the November 2024 failure, checking the rubber mounts for fresh cracking. The October 2025 test revealed steering box seepage and a deteriorated near-side front track rod end dust cover. The buyer must inspect the steering box for fluid loss and seal condition, and examine that dust cover for imminent failure that could admit dirt to the ball joint. Given the Defender's age, a thorough underside check for chassis corrosion and brake disc wear remains prudent despite absent advisories.