2012 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · JDP 2L

The 2025-10-13 MOT at 48,430 miles confirmed the Land Rover Defender remains fully roadworthy, with no defects recorded. The series of four tests from January 2022 through October 2025 shows a stable maintenance record, each inspection concluding without any listed failures. The mileage trajectory shows a steady rise of roughly 3,500 miles per year, moving from 44,192 miles in January 2022 to 48,430 miles in October 2025, a pattern consistent with light, regular use rather than high‑stress operation. Gaps between tests average about ten months, indicating no rapid mileage accumulation. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, examining the condition of the bushes and coil springs for signs of wear or cracking, and verify that the rear brake calipers move freely and that the discs show no scoring or excessive wear. Inspection of the chassis for structural rust, especially around the wheel arches and sill panels, is essential, as is a check of the exhaust system for corrosion and the condition of the tyre tread, which, despite low mileage, may have degraded if the vehicle has stood for extended periods.