2002 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · JB52 STB
2002 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 26 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 96,088 miles. MOT valid until 17 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2002
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,088 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JB52 STB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2026
- 96,088 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JB52 STB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Land Rover Defender (JB52 STB) between July 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
JB52 STB Mileage History
- 02/07/202493,818 mi
- 02/07/202493,818 mi
- 08/05/202594,442 mi+624 mi
- 08/05/202594,442 mi
- 19/05/202696,088 mi+1,646 mi
Average of roughly 1,209 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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