2007 Land Rover Defender 2.4L Diesel · SY57 OBP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite a pattern of immediate MOT failures. The most recent test on 11 December 2025 at 76,285 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just one day prior. This trend suggests that the owner is proactive in rectifying identified issues to meet legal standards rather than allowing mechanical faults to accumulate. The history indicates the vehicle is maintained to an operational standard across the last three testing cycles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old Defender, averaging approximately 4,015 miles per year. The record shows consistent usage, moving from 73,062 miles in November 2023 to 75,075 miles in 2024, reaching 76,285 miles by late 2025. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long intervals between use can lead to degradation of rubber components, dried seals, and surface corrosion on brake discs and arches. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from hidden corrosion if left stationary. Given the age, the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for perished or cracking regardless of the low mileage. Because the recent failures did not list specific defects in the summary provided, the buyer must verify what repairs were conducted between the failures and passes to ensure all mechanical or structural issues were properly addressed.