2020 Land Rover Defender SE Auto 2.0L Petrol · SD70 VRK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of brake-related issues. The most recent test in December 2025 at 61,220 miles identified binding on both the nearside and offside rear service brakes. While the vehicle passed despite these notes, the persistence of this issue across multiple years suggests that the rear calipers or braking mechanisms are showing signs of wear that have not been fully rectified. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with a 10,940-mile interval between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 10,860-mile gap between December 2024 and December 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has been used consistently rather than left stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the seals and mechanical components of a Defender. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system due to the history of pitted and scored discs in late 2023, followed by binding issues in late 2025. The failure in December 2024 regarding front tyre wear on the edges also indicates potential alignment issues or suspension bushing wear that require verification to prevent premature tyre degradation. Check the state of the washer jets and the overall windscreen integrity, as these were previously flagged as points of failure.