2014 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · HS14 KFV

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend following a recent failure. The most recent MOT conducted in April 2025 at 179,107 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that the issues identified in the previous year were successfully rectified and the vehicle has since met all minimum safety and environmental standards. Given the current date, the vehicle is still within its valid MOT testing period. The mileage profile reflects heavy usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 15,000 miles per year. The data shows a significant burst of activity between December 2023 and January 2024, where the vehicle covered nearly 3,000 miles in ten days, followed by a consistent accumulation of 2,759 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This high annual mileage places considerable stress on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to lower-mileage Land Rover examples. Despite the clean result of the last two tests, a physical inspection must focus on the mechanical wear areas common to high-mileage Defenders. The buyer should examine the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear crossmember and spring mounting points, as high mileage often accelerates metal fatigue. Given the mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs is critical to verify. Also check for signs of brake fluid leaks or worn brake calipers to ensure the high-use pattern has not led to premature degradation of the braking system.