1999 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · V189 HKX
1999 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1999. Recorded mileage 71,167 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2008.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2008
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (23 Oct 2007)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,167 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V189 HKX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2007
- 71,167 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V189 HKX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Land Rover Freelander (V189 HKX) between September 2006 and September 2007.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 September 2007 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “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)”; “Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.
V189 HKX Mileage History
- 13/09/2006136,003 mi
- 14/09/2006136,008 mi+5 mi
- 08/08/2007137,939 mi+1,931 mi
- 08/08/2007137,939 mi
- 03/09/200771,167 mi-66,772 mi
Average of roughly -66,681 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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