2009 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · AD09 FMZ

The 2009 Land Rover Freelander presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at 149,565 miles on 29 April 2025. The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate running until late April 2026, confirming its roadworthiness as of the most recent inspection. While the record shows zero defects across the last three successful tests, the history contains two anomalous failures in April 2024 and April 2025, both recorded with zero defects. A failure without listed defects typically indicates an aborted test or a refusal to conduct the inspection, rather than a mechanical failure. The subsequent passes within days suggest the underlying mechanical condition remains sound, though the reason for these aborted tests warrants a direct query to the seller. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. Between the April 2023 test at 139,327 miles and the April 2024 test at 144,322 miles, the Freelander covered 4,995 miles. The following year, it traveled 5,243 miles, reaching 149,565 miles by April 2025. This consistent annual mileage of roughly 5,000 miles indicates regular, light-to-moderate use rather than prolonged standing or high-mileage commercial duty. The odometer has not jumped unexpectedly, and the steady progression supports the absence of major mechanical advisories on the recent tests. Despite the clean MOT record, the Freelander's age and platform demand a rigorous physical inspection. The Haldex four-wheel-drive system requires scrutiny for oil starvation and clutch pack wear, while the rear differential should be checked for leaks. Suspension bushes and coil springs on this model frequently perish, particularly at the rear, so a thorough assessment of the undercarriage is essential. The anomalous failed tests with no recorded defects raise a red flag regarding potential pre-test tampering or unresolved issues that were rectified just before the retest. Inspect the inner tyre edges for uneven wear, which could indicate hidden suspension misalignment, and verify the condition of the brake discs and calipers for corrosion, a common issue on vehicles covering lower annual mileages.