2015 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · YR65 WWH

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 13 December 2025 at 85,417 miles, but this followed a failure on the same day for a non-functioning offside stop lamp and an illuminated engine management warning light. These immediate defects were rectified for the pass, yet the test record reveals persistent underlying issues. The maintenance trend is concerning; recurring advisories for a worn rear shock absorber bush since November 2023 and damaged front seat belt webbing since December 2024 indicate deferred essential repairs. A new serious advisory for a corroded offside front brake pipe in December 2025 represents a significant safety risk, suggesting the braking system is deteriorating. The recorded mileage of 85,417 miles over approximately 11 years averages a typical 7,765 miles annually. However, usage patterns are uneven. Between the November 2023 test at 77,585 miles and the December 2024 test at 84,276 miles, the vehicle covered 6,691 miles in 13 months, which is normal. The subsequent year to the December 2025 test saw only 1,141 miles added. This very low recent accumulation could indicate periods of disuse, potentially accelerating corrosion on components like the brake pipe, or may reflect the vehicle being off the road for repairs. A buyer must physically inspect the brake system, focusing on the offside front brake pipe for active corrosion and all brake pads for sufficient thickness. The long-standing advisory for a slightly worn bush in the nearside rear shock absorber requires a thorough check for excessive play or leakage, as this affects handling and tyre wear. The slightly damaged webbing on both front seat belts is a critical safety defect that must be replaced; their condition cannot be judged solely by an MOT advisory. Furthermore, the persistent windscreen damage, though not yet a fail, should be assessed for structural integrity and risk of propagation. The history shows an owner addressing immediate test failures but allowing consumable and structural wear items to persist. The corroded brake pipe is the most serious red flag, pointing to inadequate corrosion prevention or exposure. The combination of low recent mileage and this specific corrosion suggests the vehicle may have sat unused with inadequate protection, or the brake system has not been comprehensively refurbished. A specialist inspection of the entire braking and suspension circuits is imperative before purchase.