1995 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · M875 EAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, passing its most recent MOT on 2 April 2026 at 189,935 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a recurring pattern of immediate failure followed by successful re-tests. In both 2025 and 2026, the vehicle failed a test and passed a few weeks later, suggesting that minor defects or overlooked consumable items are addressed only upon inspection rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a 31-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between December 2023 and February 2025, during which the vehicle covered only 199 miles. However, the vehicle then saw 1,632 miles in the short period between February 2025 and April 2026. This pattern indicates periods of stationary time followed by active use, which can often lead to perished rubber components or corroded brake calipers on a Land Rover of this age. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis and bulkhead, as older Defenders are prone to hidden corrosion that MOT tests may not fully capture. Given the recent failures without specific recorded defects, the buyer should check specifically for worn suspension bushes, coil springs, and the condition of the brake lines. The high mileage combined with intermittent use suggests that checking for fluid leaks and the state of the drivetrain mounts is essential to ensure the vehicle remains reliable beyond the current test certificate.