2015 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · YY65 CYX
2015 Land Rover Defender (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2015. Recorded mileage 687 miles. MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 687 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YY65 CYX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 687 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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YY65 CYX MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Land Rover Defender (YY65 CYX) between December 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
YY65 CYX Mileage History
- 21/12/2021380 mi
- 02/12/2022442 mi+62 mi
- 12/12/2023541 mi+99 mi
- 14/12/2024616 mi+75 mi
- 02/12/2025687 mi+71 mi
Average of roughly 78 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
A strong recommendation based on a flawl
Given that this vehicle has covered fewer than 700 miles over several years, the primary concern is 'dormancy'. You should scrutinize the service history to see if oils and filters were changed based on time intervals rather than mileage, as diesel fuel and lubricants can degrade when left stationary. Check for evidence of battery tenders being used to maintain the electrical system.
Negotiate based on the likely need for an immediate full service and a thorough inspection of all rubber components. While the MOT history is clean, a vehicle that rarely moves can develop issues that only manifest once it returns to regular road use.
As a 2.2L diesel, this Defender will have higher annual road tax compared to modern small cars and fuel economy is modest, reflecting the vehicle's weight and aerodynamics. Insurance groups for the Defender are generally mid-range, but costs can vary based on the driver's profile and the vehicle's modifications.
Typical maintenance for this model includes regular oil changes and attention to the 4x4 drivetrain. Considering the fuel consumption and tax band, the estimated annual running cost is likely to be significant compared to a standard passenger car.
Despite the clean MOT record for YY65CYX, you must inspect the vehicle for the model's common aggregate failure points, specifically chassis and body corrosion and the condition of the brake pipes. These are known weak points across the 126,031 vehicles analysed in our database.
Pay close attention to the tyres; with such low mileage, they may be within their legal tread depth but could be aged and prone to cracking or 'flat-spotting' from sitting stationary. Check all fluid levels and look for signs of leaks that may have developed due to perished seals from lack of use.
This 2015 black Land Rover Defender 2.2 diesel presents a very clean data profile, with five consecutive MOT passes between 2021 and 2025 and no recorded defects. The vehicle has been used minimally, recording only 687 miles at its most recent test in December 2025. While the MOT history is clear, the extremely low usage is the defining characteristic of this specific example.
The Defender has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, with the most frequent failures relating to headlamps, brake pipes, and corrosion.
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