2004 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · YK04 RGX

This Defender presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness record for its age, characterized by a consistent pattern of passes and a lack of chronic failures. The absence of any defects or advisories during the most recent inspection on 21 November 2024 suggests a vehicle that has remained mechanically stable, with only a minor issue regarding brake disc condition noted in mid-2023. An accumulated mileage of 137,730 miles over twenty-two years equates to an average annual usage of approximately 6,260 miles. This moderate level of use suggests the vehicle has avoided the extreme wear associated with high-mileage utility work while remaining active enough to prevent the degradation often seen in long-term stationary examples. Mechanically, this usage profile typically indicates that while major drivetrain components have seen significant service, they have not been subjected to excessive fatigue. Attention should be directed toward the braking system, specifically the front discs which were flagged as pitted and scored in June 2023. Although the subsequent clean pass in late 2024 implies these may have been addressed or the wear was not critical, a prospective buyer should feel for any pedal judder or pulsation during deceleration on a test drive. Any grinding noise or uneven braking force would indicate that the previously noted disc deterioration persists or has progressed. Given the total absence of corrosion advisories in a vehicle of this vintage, the structural integrity of the chassis and bulkhead appears sound according to the official record. During a physical inspection, verify that no heavy undersealing has been applied to mask deeper oxidation. On the road, listen for any knocks or clunks from the suspension linkages and steering box, as these are high-wear areas that, while not currently flagged, are critical to the operational safety of this specific model.