2002 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · VE51 YAF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection with zero defects. The latest MOT conducted on 4 December 2025 at 274,570 miles resulted in a clean pass, following a failure just one day prior with only three miles recorded. This suggests the owner is proactive in addressing minor compliance issues immediately to ensure the vehicle remains legal. The lack of recorded advisories across the last three years indicates a vehicle that is currently maintaining a high standard of mechanical presentation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,440 miles per year. The vehicle has covered 274,570 miles total, which aligns with typical usage for a Defender of this age. The data shows regular annual testing every December, with increments of 2,776 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and 1,478 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally benefits seals and mechanical components. Despite the clean MOT history, the high cumulative mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components. A buyer should specifically examine the structural integrity of the rear cross for corrosion, as these are common points of failure on Land Rover Defenders. Given the mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers remains critical to check for excessive wear. The brakes should be inspected for binding calipers or thin discs to ensure the recent clean MOT passes reflect genuine long-term mechanical health.