2015 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · GD14 CKS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improving maintenance standards. The most recent test on 22 October 2025 at 80,820 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows two consecutive years of defect-free inspections in 2024 and 2023, suggesting that previous mechanical issues have been addressed and the vehicle is currently being maintained to a high standard. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 25,904 miles in May 2018 to the current 80,820 miles. A notable jump occurred between October 2020 and October 2021, where the mileage increased by roughly 10,000 miles, but the overall pattern lacks the erratic spikes or long periods of inactivity that often lead to seized components or perished rubber seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas flagged during the 2022 test at 65,234 miles. While the 2023 and 2024 tests were clean, the previous presence of a corroded front and centre brake pipe, an exhaust gas leak, and damaged seat belt webbing indicates these specific systems require verification. Even though these faults were cleared, the history of brake pipe corrosion is a common trait in older Land Rovers and warrants a close look at the chassis and brake lines for any signs of fresh oxidation or weeping. The 2021 failure regarding low tyre tread depth suggests a period of neglected consumable upkeep, though this was resolved in subsequent tests. Given the vehicle's age and the specific faults previously noted, a thorough check of the exhaust system integrity and the condition of all seat belt webbing is advisable to ensure the repairs were comprehensive and not merely temporary fixes.