2008 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · A5 VSP
2008 Land Rover Freelander (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 147,786 miles. MOT valid until 10 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,786 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A5 VSP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2026
- 147,786 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A5 VSP 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 2008 Land Rover Freelander (A5 VSP) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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.
A5 VSP Mileage History
- 10/05/2023116,577 mi
- 03/05/2024128,090 mi+11,513 mi
- 03/05/2024128,090 mi
- 07/05/2025138,084 mi+9,994 mi
- 12/05/2026147,786 mi+9,702 mi
Average of roughly 10,383 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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LAND ROVER FREELANDER Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- Rear Differential Bearing WhineSerious
Bearings inside the rear diff fail, causing a progressively louder whine.
- Haldex Coupling Pump FailureModerate
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- DPF and EGR Issues (Diesel)Moderate
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