1998 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · S411 JJB
1998 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1998. Recorded mileage 137,711 miles. MOT expired on 20 Dec 2013. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Dec 2013
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,711 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S411 JJB Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 16/01/2014
- 137,711 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S411 JJB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Land Rover Freelander (S411 JJB) between August 2006 and January 2014.
The record contains 7 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 16 January 2014 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”.
S411 JJB Mileage History
- 03/08/2006113,463 mi
- 30/07/2007121,627 mi+8,164 mi
- 30/07/2008125,169 mi+3,542 mi
- 06/08/2008125,198 mi+29 mi
- 28/07/2009127,415 mi+2,217 mi
- 08/10/2010129,252 mi+1,837 mi
- 07/10/2011131,785 mi+2,533 mi
- 14/12/2012135,695 mi+3,910 mi
- 21/12/2012135,709 mi+14 mi
- 16/01/2014137,711 mi+2,002 mi
Average of roughly 3,253 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- 1.8 K-series Head Gasket FailureSerious
The 1.8 petrol is notorious for overheating and head-gasket failure.
- Viscous Coupling Unit (VCU) FailureSerious
The viscous fluid inside the VCU thickens with age, causing it to seize or fail. This can silently destroy the IRD and rear differential. Many owners simply remove the propshaft and run FWD only.
- Three Amigos (ABS/ESP/HDC Warning Lights)Moderate
The ABS, traction control, and Hill Descent Control warning lights illuminate together, often due to worn ABS sensors or more expensive 4WD system faults.
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