2012 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · YD62 LCA
2012 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 04 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 85,153 miles. MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,153 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YD62 LCA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2025
- 85,153 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YD62 LCA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Land Rover Defender (YD62 LCA) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 December 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: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Nearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (i”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
YD62 LCA Mileage History
- 29/11/202369,227 mi
- 11/12/202476,913 mi+7,686 mi
- 11/12/202476,914 mi+1 mi
- 28/11/202585,153 mi+8,239 mi
- 04/12/202585,153 mi
Average of roughly 7,905 miles per year across 5 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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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the vehicle
Prioritise a detailed inspection of the drivetrain. The November 2025 failure regarding the nearside front axle swivel joint, which was noted as impairing directional stability, is a critical point; ensure you have evidence that this was fully repaired rather than temporarily fixed. Check the service history for regular oil changes on the 2.2L diesel engine and evidence of chassis lubrication.
Use the remaining advisory for worn front brake discs as a point of negotiation. Given the repeated lighting failures in 2024 and 2025, check that all electrical components and bulbs are currently functioning correctly.
The 2.2L diesel engine provides the necessary torque for a Defender but fuel economy will be relatively low by modern standards. Tax and insurance costs will be reflective of a 2012 registration and the vehicle's specific insurance group.
Maintenance costs for this model are typically higher than average, particularly regarding the prevention of chassis corrosion and the replacement of heavy-duty wear items. Budget for more frequent servicing than a standard passenger car to maintain the vehicle's utility.
Closely inspect the front axle swivel joints and the chassis for signs of corrosion, which is one of the top failure reasons for this model across the aggregate data. Specifically check the front brake discs, as the December 2025 MOT flagged them as worn, though not yet excessively.
Verify the condition of all tyres, particularly the nearside front, following the 2025 failure for tread depth below 1.6mm. Finally, test all exterior lighting, including stop lamps and position lamps, as these have been recurring failure points in the vehicle's recent MOT history.
This blue 2012 Land Rover Defender has recorded 85,153 miles, which is above the model average. The MOT history shows two failures since 2023, including a serious failure in November 2025 involving a worn nearside front axle swivel joint and insufficient tyre tread. It has since passed, though a recurring advisory regarding worn front brake discs remains.
The Defender has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, with common failure points typically including headlamps, brake pipes, and chassis corrosion.
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