2021 Land Rover Defender Hard TOP D Mhev Auto 3.0L Diesel · PN71 AHG

The 2025‑08‑22 MOT at 20,305 miles passed without any defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standards. The preceding 2025‑08‑18 test at 20,292 miles also showed no recorded defects despite being marked as a failure, suggesting that any issue identified then was either remedied before the subsequent test or was minor and did not affect the final outcome. Overall, the maintenance record presents a stable trend with no evidence of worsening mechanical condition. The mileage profile is unusually low for a five‑year‑old Defender, averaging just over 4,000 miles per year. The jump from 16,191 miles at the 2024‑08‑28 test to 20,292 miles a year later represents an accumulation of roughly 4,100 miles, after which usage has effectively stalled, with only 13 miles logged between the August 18 and August 22 tests. This pattern points to periods of inactivity rather than sustained high‑intensity use. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, examining the condition of the front and rear bushes, coil springs and shock absorbers for signs of wear or corrosion, and checking the rear brake calipers for binding, as the earlier failure may have related to brake or suspension components. Inspection of the chassis and wheel‑arch areas for structural rust, especially around the hard‑top mounting points and underbody panels, is advisable, as is verification of the exhaust system’s integrity and emissions compliance. Given the clean defect record and low recent mileage, the vehicle appears mechanically sound, but the infrequent use warrants a thorough physical assessment to confirm that components have not suffered from prolonged static exposure, such as seized suspension pivots or deteriorating rubber seals.