LAND ROVER FREELANDER2002 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the history indicates a pattern of reactive maintenance. The most recent test on 15 October 2024 at 283,525 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a failure exactly one day prior. This suggests the current owner is proactive in rectifying immediate faults to maintain a valid certificate. The lack of recorded advisories in the 2024 and 2023 passes implies the vehicle met the minimum safety standards upon inspection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 256,608 miles and September 2023 at 267,352 miles, the vehicle covered 10,744 miles. A further 16,173 miles were logged between September 2023 and October 2024. This steady usage pattern suggests the car is driven regularly, which often prevents components from seizing due to long periods of inactivity despite the age. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components. Given the high mileage and age of this Land Rover Freelander, the chassis is susceptible to significant corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and mounting points. The recurring failures in 2023 and 2024 indicate that components are frequently reaching the end of their functional life just before the test. Check for excessive play in suspension bushes, perished coil springs, and leaking brake calipers, as these are common points of failure on vehicles exceeding 250,000 miles.