2001 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · X963 VFC
2001 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 05 Feb 2001. Recorded mileage 212,299 miles. MOT expired on 06 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 212,299 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X963 VFC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2025
- 212,299 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X963 VFC 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander (X963 VFC) between November 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
X963 VFC Mileage History
- 04/11/2022201,766 mi
- 15/03/2024208,053 mi+6,287 mi
- 19/03/2024208,055 mi+2 mi
- 03/04/2025212,294 mi+4,239 mi
- 07/04/2025212,299 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4,346 miles per year across 5 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
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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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