2000 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · R240 BUH
2000 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 21/11/2000. Recorded mileage 243,145 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 243,145 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2000
- Engine
- 2495cc
R240 BUH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2025
- 243,145 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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R240 BUH Mileage History
- 05/11/2021230,326 mi
- 06/12/2021230,362 mi+36 mi
- 02/12/2022239,870 mi+9,508 mi
- 30/04/2024242,890 mi+3,020 mi
- 22/09/2025243,145 mi+255 mi
Average of roughly 3,304 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R240 BUH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Land Rover Defender (R240 BUH) between November 2021 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Seat belt damaged o/s rear rearmost seatbelt DETACHED from the buckle (7.1.2 (b) (i))”; “Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. This high-
Prioritise a professional chassis inspection. Given the 2021 failure for corrosion on the brake master cylinder mounting and the 2025 advisory for corroded brake pipes, the structural integrity of the underside is a primary concern. You should negotiate the price based on the immediate need to address the deteriorated A-frame ball joint covers and worn shock absorber bushes noted in the latest MOT.
Check the service history specifically for evidence of steering box repairs and swivel hub seals, as these have been recurring issues in the MOT records from 2021 through to 2025. Ensure there is documentation for timing belt intervals, as the 2.5L diesel engine's longevity at this mileage depends heavily on strict adherence to maintenance schedules.
The 2.5L diesel engine offers modest fuel economy, but maintenance costs for a vehicle with 243,145 miles are expected to be high. The MOT history suggests a pattern of wear-and-tear failures, particularly regarding braking components and fluid seals, which will require ongoing expenditure.
Annual costs will be driven by fuel, road tax for a 2000-era diesel, and a higher-than-average maintenance budget to address the recurring leaks and corrosion issues common to this model and age.
Focus heavily on the braking system; the September 2025 MOT stated the service brake requirements were 'only just met' and noted corroded brake pipes. Inspect the steering box and differentials for active leaks, as seepage and leaks have been recorded in 2021, 2022, and 2025.
Check the suspension components, specifically the A-frame ball joint dust covers and the offside rear lower shock absorber bushes, both of which were flagged as deteriorated or worn in the most recent test. Finally, inspect the interior seatbelts, as the MOT history shows a pattern of damage and fraying on both the front and rear belts.
This red 2000 Land Rover Defender has covered 243,145 miles. The MOT history reveals recurring issues with oil leaks, steering box seepage, and structural corrosion, including a 2021 failure for an excessively corroded brake master cylinder mounting. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025, it did so with a long list of advisories concerning brake pipes, suspension, and leaks.
The Defender has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, with corrosion and brake pipe failures being the most common issues across the model range.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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