2002 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · FL52 VYF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 19 December 2025 at 116,314 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This continued streak of clean passes since 2021 suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that bypasses the common mechanical failures typically associated with this model. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,846 miles per year. Between May 2021 and June 2022, the vehicle covered only 1,247 miles, indicating periods of very infrequent use or long-term storage. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, the significant time intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as bushes and seals, which may perish due to age rather than distance without being captured in a standard MOT test. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the digital history, a physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and body. The Defender is prone to hidden corrosion in the crossmembers, floor pans, and bulkhead areas that testers may not always highlight unless structural perforation is present. A buyer should also inspect the suspension for cracks and check the condition of brake lines, as low-mileage usage often results in glazed fluid or seized calipers if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods.