2004 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · LG04 FZB

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy state, having achieved a clean MOT pass in February 2026 at 69,072 miles. The maintenance trend is currently stable following a period of concern in early 2022. While the 2022 test revealed multiple critical failures including a hydraulic brake leak, these were addressed promptly. The subsequent transition to a zero-defect record in the most recent test indicates that the current owner is responding to safety-critical advisories. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-two year-old Defender, averaging approximately 3,140 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in usage between January 2022 and February 2026, where the vehicle covered only 291 miles in four years, followed by a rapid increase of over 3,200 miles in the final four-month interval. Such sporadic usage suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown, despite the low overall mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A physical inspection must focus on the areas previously flagged or those prone to stationary rot. The 2022 failure noted a worn upper bush on the nearside rear shock absorber and a leaking offside front brake pipe; the buyer should verify these repairs are sound and free of weeping seals or perished perished. Given the low mileage and long periods of inactivity, the chassis and structural integrity must be checked for surface rust and hidden corrosion, as these are the primary risks for older Defenders that are not driven regularly.