2022 Land Rover Defender Hard TOP S D Mhev A 3.0L Diesel · LF72 FXZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT test on September 3 2025 at 81,948 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows early signs of wear on the front suspension. While the tester flagged both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arm pins or bushes as worn, they did not exhibit excessive movement to warrant a failure, indicating the beginning of component degradation rather than immediate mechanical failure. At 81,948 miles over just four years, this Defender has covered a significant distance of approximately 20,000 miles per year. This high mileage suggests consistent commercial or long-distance motorway use, which accelerates the wear cycle of consumable components. The rapid accumulation of mileage puts increased strain on the mild hybrid drivetrain, braking system, and suspension geometry compared to a lower-mileage example of the same age. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the front suspension assembly to determine if the wear on the lower arm bushes has progressed since the last test. Since both sides were noted simultaneously, a physical inspection to check for play in the bushings or signs of perished rubber is necessary. Given the high annual mileage, a thorough evaluation of the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or thinning is also advised to ensure the vehicle has not been neglected despite its heavy use.