2014 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · YT64 PPV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than proactive care. In the most recent test in March 2026 at 63,242 miles, the vehicle passed only after a failure involving multiple mechanical and electrical defects. While the immediate safety failures were addressed, the recurring nature of thin brake pads and power steering leaks across the 2025 and 2026 tests suggests that the owner only repairs components once they reach the point of inspection failure. At 63,242 miles, this Defender has covered significantly less mileage than the average vehicle, averaging approximately 5,270 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the January 2024 test at 50,014 miles where the tester flagged all tyres for perishing and cracking. The gap of nearly 7,000 miles between the 2025 and 2026 tests shows consistent but infrequent use, which can exacerbate seal failures and fluid corrosion despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must inspect the power steering system closely, as records show persistent seepage from the nearside hose in 2025 and a move to the offside hose by March 2026. This indicates a systemic failure of the seals or hoses that requires thorough attention. The braking system also demands scrutiny; the front and rear pads were flagged as thin in both 2025 and 2026, suggesting that the braking components are not being serviced between annual MOT intervals. Given the previous fluid leak from the PAS box noted in 2024, a physical inspection of the steering rack and chassis corrosion is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying structural neglect.