2005 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · YP55 OXG

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently good, but the maintenance history reveals a clear deterioration trend that requires immediate attention. The most recent MOT test occurred on 2025-11-24 at 133,310 miles, which passed with only minor dust cover damage on the drag link end ball joint. This indicates that the vehicle has maintained its structural integrity for approximately 11 years, despite significant mileage accumulation. The absence of defects between the 2023-11-30 and 2022-11-28 tests suggests that the vehicle has not suffered from catastrophic wear or structural failure during this period, which is a positive indicator for a buyer considering a purchase. The mileage pattern indicates a rapid accumulation of wear that may compromise the drivetrain and suspension components. The vehicle has maintained approximately 6,348 miles per year for over a decade, placing it at roughly 21 years old. While the mileage is not excessively high, the gap between the most recent test and the previous failed MOT on 2022-11-28 is substantial, suggesting that the vehicle has not been serviced regularly. This gap, combined with the known failure of the rear tyre, implies that the vehicle has likely experienced a period of inactivity or neglect where consumables such as tyres, wiper blades, and brake discs could have degraded. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of the rear tyre and assess the state of the suspension and brakes. The failed MOT on 2022-11-28 with an offside rear tyre tear indicates that the structural integrity of this component has been compromised, necessitating a full inspection. The buyer must also check the condition of the drag link ball joint and the suspension bushings, as these are critical components that have not been inspected in years. Given the history of tyre failures and the lack of recent MOTs, the vehicle is not roadworthy until the tyre is replaced and the suspension is inspected to rule out wear that could lead to a failure.