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Land Rover Defender buying guide (Ireland, 2026)

What a used Land Rover Defender costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 131 for sale right now.

Used Land Rover Defender prices by year

Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.

Common Land Rover Defender problems

Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.

Engines and how long they last

"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.

Parts for the Land Rover Defender

Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.

Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves

Before you buy a used Land Rover Defender

Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.

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