Highlights
- Rare 25,375 mile example, supported by maintenance history
- HPI confirms four former registered keepers, current keeper since December 2025
- Approximately £8,000 of mechanical work completed with receipts available, we are told
- MOT valid until November 2026
The Appeal
The 2012 Land Rover Defender sits among the final production years of the original-shape Defender. These later examples, equipped with the refined 2.2-litre diesel engine and six-speed manual gearbox, are increasingly sought after by enthusiasts and practical users alike.
This particular example has covered only 25,375 miles, having previously served as a commercial vehicle. It has benefited from significant mechanical work and a number of interior upgrades, we are told. The vendor states the vehicle is in very good mechanical condition overall. Some cosmetic work remains; there are minor marks on the bodywork, the dashboard may need replacing, the windscreen wiper motor appears to have failed, and the roll cage could benefit from a respray. With a solid mechanical foundation beneath it, this Defender represents an appealing opportunity for a new owner to complete the final cosmetic touches on a well-sorted base.
Key Information
- Mileage: approx 25,375 miles (supported by maintenance history)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until November 2026
- Technical specs: 2.2L Puma diesel engine (122hp) paired with a six-speed manual gearbox and a two-speed transfer case
- Paperwork: receipts available for all mechanical work carried out, we are told; V5C present
Land Rover Online Service History:
11/19 – 17,487 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (84,000 miles / 84 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced; Engine air filter replaced; Fuel filter replaced)
10/18 – 15,378 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (72,000 miles / 72 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced; Engine air filter replaced; Fuel filter replaced)
07/17 – 13,656 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (60,000 miles / 60 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced)
10/16 – 12,797 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (48,000 miles / 48 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced)
10/15 – 11,250 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (36,000 miles / 36 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced)
10/14 – 8,204 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (24,000 miles / 24 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced; Engine air filter replaced)
09/13 – 4,223 miles – SHB Hire Ltd (12,000 miles / 12 months service; Oil & oil filter replaced)
The Detail
- Fuji White paintwork with black headlight surround, chequer plates, wheel arches and exterior roll cage
- Steering guard fitted
- Black 16-inch steel wheels with rear-mounted spare
- Updated Kenwood stereo
- The vendor states the vehicle is in very good mechanical condition
- Approximately £8,000 of mechanical work completed with receipts available, we are told
- Soundproofing has reportedly been carried out
- New carpet fitted
- New black upholstery with white stitching fitted
- Driver's rear seat cover was damaged during installation
- New interior panels included with the sale
- Some minor marks on the bodywork, mostly on the bonnet
- Dashboard may need replacing
- Roll cage requires a respray
- One advisory on current MOT; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
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