2011 Land Rover Defender 90 XS TD 2.4L Diesel · JIG 4727

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently questionable following a failure on March 6, 2026, 54,339 miles. While the previous four tests show a clean record with no recorded defects, the most recent result indicates a sudden mechanical or structural failure that has not been rectified. Because the record does not list specific defects for this failure, the vehicle remains technically unroadworthy until a re-test occurs, marking a break in a previously stable history of passing results. The vehicle exhibits an exceptionally low mileage for a fifteen-year-old Defender, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with a gap of 8,326 miles between April 2021 and August 2022, and another 4,749-mile interval between November 2023 and January 2025. This pattern suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which on older diesel Land Rovers often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, perished seals, and brake system corrosion despite the low mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and shockle rails, as low-mileage Defenders are prone to structural rust that remains hidden when not driven. The recent failure requires a specific diagnostic report to determine if the issue relates to de-seised brake calipers, perished exhaust, or structural fractures. Given the age and low usage, specifically check the condition of the suspension bushes and brake lines, as these components often fail due to age ingress rather than mileage-related wear.