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LAND ROVER FREELANDER1997 · 1.8L PETROL

R202 BAC

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1997 LAND ROVER FREELANDER is a PETROL vehicle with a 1795cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 96,398.

MOT
Valid
Expires 23/05/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/12/2026
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1997
Engine
1795cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT from April 2026 shows a clean pass with no defects recorded. Over the last several years, the vehicle has demonstrated a very consistent and clean testing history. The only recorded issue in the provided data was a central locking fault on the offside rear door in 2022, which has not reappeared in any subsequent tests. This suggests a stable to improving trend in the vehicle's documented condition. The mileage of 96,398 is notably low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging only about 3,324 miles per year. This low usage can be an ambiguous signal; while it suggests less mechanical wear on components like the brakes and drivetrain, it may also imply the vehicle has spent significant time standing idle. Long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to issues with seals or rubber components that are not always immediately apparent during a standard MOT. When inspecting the vehicle in person, you should first verify that the central locking on the offside rear door is operating correctly to ensure the previous fault was rectified. Given the low annual mileage, you should also closely check the condition of all rubber hoses, belts, and seals for signs of perishing or cracking.

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90
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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 6/15/2026, 2:57:44 PM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT from April 2026 shows a clean pass with no defects recorded. Over the last several years, the vehicle has demonstrated a very consistent and clean testing history. The only recorded issue in the provided data was a central locking fault on the offside rear door in 2022, which has not reappeared in any subsequent tests. This suggests a stable to improving trend in the vehicle's documented condition. The mileage of 96,398 is notably low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging only about 3,324 miles per year. This low usage can be an ambiguous signal; while it suggests less mechanical wear on components like the brakes and drivetrain, it may also imply the vehicle has spent significant time standing idle. Long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to issues with seals or rubber components that are not always immediately apparent during a standard MOT. When inspecting the vehicle in person, you should first verify that the central locking on the offside rear door is operating correctly to ensure the previous fault was rectified. Given the low annual mileage, you should also closely check the condition of all rubber hoses, belts, and seals for signs of perishing or cracking.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1997 Land Rover Freelander (R202 BAC) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2022 to April 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

There is 1 advisory notice in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY