1999 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · S412 EJK
1999 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Feb 1999. Recorded mileage 133,105 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jan 2010.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jan 2010
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jun 2009)
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,105 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S412 EJK Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2009
- 133,105 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S412 EJK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Land Rover Freelander (S412 EJK) between November 2006 and January 2009.
The record contains 3 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 30 January 2009 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”.
S412 EJK Mileage History
- 17/11/2006116,132 mi
- 21/11/2006116,143 mi+11 mi
- 10/12/2007121,458 mi+5,315 mi
- 10/12/2007121,468 mi+10 mi
- 13/12/2007121,482 mi+14 mi
- 19/12/2007121,557 mi+75 mi
- 30/01/2009133,105 mi+11,548 mi
Average of roughly 7,702 miles per year across 7 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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