1995 Land Rover 90 Defender County SW TDI 2.5L Heavy oil · XIJ 55

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy state with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 23 May 2026 at 165,201 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets all minimum safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in late January 2025 at 156,692 miles, the subsequent pass just one month later suggests that any identified issues were minor or easily rectifiable and were addressed immediately rather than being a sign of chronic mechanical decline. At 31 years old, the recorded mileage of 165,201 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per annum. The data shows a consistent usage pattern with a 13,000-mile gap recorded between April 2022 and July 2023, and another 17,000 miles covered between July 2023 and February 2025. This suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy annual commercial use, which often preserves the drivetrain components and engine internals. However, the low mileage on a vehicle of this age can sometimes mask the degradation of rubber components and seals due to long periods of inactivity. Because the MOT history is clean, a buyer should focus on inspecting the structural integrity of the chassis and body mounts, as these are prone to hidden corrosion on older Defenders that may not always trigger a test failure. A close look at the suspension bushes and coil springs is required to check for perished perished material. Given the age and low mileage, verifying the condition of the brake lines and the state of the fluids is essential, as these components can suffer from time and moisture regardless of the distance driven.