2013 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · PO63 XFP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test on 26 May 2026 at 114,293 miles, it failed just three weeks prior due to lighting and fluid issues. The persistent presence of an oil leak, a minor exhaust leak, and corroded nearside front brake pipe across multiple annual tests suggests that the owner addresses faults only when necessary to pass the MOT certificate rather than treating underlying mechanical degradation as it develops. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year over its thirteen-year lifespan. The record shows a gap of 11,274 miles between May 2024 and May 2025, followed by another 9,873 miles between May 2025 and May 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps keep seals lubric, though the mileage explains the pitting and scoring on the brake discs noted in the 2025 records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and chassis. The tester flagged a corroded nearside front brake pipe covered in grease, which is often a tactic used to hide significant surface decay on the metal lines. The recurring oil leak and diesel filter leak require a close look to determine if these are simple weeping seals or signs of failing engine gaskets and pump components. Given the Defender's construction, specific attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the frame and mounting points, as the MOT record does not explicitly guarantee the absence of corrosion in these critical areas.