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2012 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · L7 AHF

L7 AHF

2012 Land Rover Defender (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2012. Recorded mileage 126,522 miles. MOT valid until 12/06/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin
2012 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/06/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
126,522 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12/06/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
2198cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, maintaining a remarkably stable maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted on 13 June 2025 at 123,287 miles passed with zero defects or advisories recorded. This clean sheet suggests that the previous owner maintained a proactive approach to vehicle upkeep, addressing potential issues before they escalated into failures or required formal MOT advisories. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 14-year-old Land Rover, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per annum. Between February 2021 at 113,915 miles and June 2025 at 123,287 miles, the vehicle covered 9,372 miles, showing a steady and predictable usage pattern. The intervals of roughly 1,800 to 2,300 miles between tests indicate the car was used regularly, which often helps prevent the dry seals and brake corrosion typically seen in vehicles that sit stationary for long periods. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must still perform a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, as the Defender is prone to hidden corrosion in the chassis rails and crossmembers that a standard MOT may not fully expose. Focus on the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components endure significant stress over time regardless of a clean test result. Given the age and mileage, checking for fluid leaks around the transfer box and the condition of the drivetrain boots remains essential to ensure the mechanical condition matches the positive digital record.

L7 AHF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
  • 126,522 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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L7 AHF Mileage History

  1. 13/06/2022118,242 mi
  2. 14/06/2023120,703 mi+2,461 mi
  3. 10/06/2024122,554 mi+1,851 mi
  4. 13/06/2025123,287 mi+733 mi
  5. 11/06/2026126,522 mi+3,235 mi

Average of roughly 2,073 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L7 AHF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Jun 2026, 15:48
MOT Analysis

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 2012 Land Rover Defender (L7 AHF) between June 2022 and June 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

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ADVISORY