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2003 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · WG03 AKU

WG03 AKU

2003 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 May 2003. Recorded mileage 74,361 miles. MOT expired on 01 May 2026.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER FREELANDER
Year / Origin
2003 · Exeter
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 01 May 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
74,361 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 01 May 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
1951cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2003 Land Rover Freelander presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its most recent MOT on 2025-04-30, which recorded a pass at 74,361 miles with no defects. The prior 2024-04-23 test at 71,081 miles failed without recorded defects, but this was followed by a pass in 2024-05-02 at 71,089 miles. The 2023-04-18 tests—both a fail and a pass at identical mileage—suggest potential data inconsistencies or procedural errors. Overall, the trend shows no escalating mechanical issues, though the lack of defect details limits definitive conclusions. The vehicle’s mileage of 74,361 miles over 23 years equates to approximately 3,233 miles annually, significantly below average for its age. This low usage may indicate infrequent operation or prolonged storage, which can accelerate wear on components like seals, rubber bushings, and electrical systems. The MOT records show minimal gaps between tests, with the 2023-04-18 and 2024-04-23 entries raising questions about procedural accuracy. No rapid mileage spikes are evident, but the sparse defect data prevents a thorough assessment of wear on high-mileage components. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system, particularly worn suspension bushes and coil springs, which are common in older Land Rovers. The absence of brake-related defects in the latest test is reassuring, but the 2023-04-18 fail at 65,549 miles—without recorded issues—warrants scrutiny of brake discs and calipers for hidden corrosion or binding. Structural integrity should also be verified, as rust and body corrosion are prevalent in 23-year-old vehicles. The MOT history offers limited insight into these areas, necessitating a physical inspection to confirm the car’s mechanical and structural condition.
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WG03 AKU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2025
  • 74,361 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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WG03 AKU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Land Rover Freelander (WG03 AKU) between April 2023 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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WG03 AKU Mileage History

  1. 18/04/202365,549 mi
  2. 18/04/202365,549 mi
  3. 23/04/202471,081 mi+5,532 mi
  4. 02/05/202471,089 mi+8 mi
  5. 30/04/202574,361 mi+3,272 mi

Average of roughly 4,331 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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