2012 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · SY62 BFJ
2012 Land Rover Defender (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 28,725 miles. MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,725 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY62 BFJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 28,725 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY62 BFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Land Rover Defender (SY62 BFJ) between July 2024 and October 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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 anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
SY62 BFJ Mileage History
- 08/07/202421,062 mi
- 02/09/202421,067 mi+5 mi
- 02/09/202421,067 mi
- 22/10/202528,725 mi+7,658 mi
Average of roughly 5,946 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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Our Verdict
Approach with caution and budget for immediate mechanical work, but this 2012 Land Rover Defender has usefully low mileage for its age. The multiple MOT failures in 2024 show corrosion and safety items that must be verified as properly repaired before purchase.
Before buying, insist on evidence that the 2024 MOT failures were properly fixed — specifically the Nearside and Offside Rear seat belt anchorage strength reductions, the Offside Rear excessively corroded brake pipe, and the bonnet that could not be secured. These are safety-critical and were flagged as significant reductions or failures, not minor advisories. A seller should provide the 2024-09-02 pass certificate and ideally invoices for the repair work carried out between July and September 2024.
As a 2198cc diesel Defender first registered in December 2012, this vehicle falls into a higher VED band for older diesels and will carry a premium for road tax compared to a small car; exact band should be confirmed via DVLA. Insurance groups for Defenders are typically mid-to-high due to value and repair cost, and specialist cover is often recommended. Annual maintenance will be above average given the advisory list — budget for brake discs, shock bushes, and potential steering pipe work.
Inspect the rear seat belt anchorage points closely — the 2024-07-08 and 2024-09-02 failures cited significant reduction in strength or continuity on both rear sides, so verify the mounting areas are solid and not repaired with makeshift plates. Check the Offside Rear brake pipe and all chassis brake lines for excessive corrosion, as the 2024 failure noted a pipe from centre chassis to rear hose as excessively corroded; this is a known weak area on Defenders.
This blue 2012 diesel Defender (SY62BFJ) shows 28,725 miles on its 2025 MOT, which is well below typical use for a 13-year-old 4x4. The history includes two MOT failures in 2024 for serious issues including seat belt anchorage strength loss, excessive brake pipe corrosion, and an unsecured bonnet, though it passed later that year after rectification. Recurring advisories for brake disc wear, shock bush wear, and steering pipe corrosion suggest an older vehicle needing ongoing upkeep.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the Land Rover Defender, so assessment is based solely on this vehicle's individual history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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