2009 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · AD59 FVK

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of worsening structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent 2025 test at 98,227 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior at 98,040 miles. The transition from a structural failure due to holes in the outer sills and suspension mounting points to a pass with non-excessive corrosion suggests that major repairs or welding were performed to address immediate safety-critical defects in the vehicle's structural integrity. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 98,227 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,778 miles. This low usage suggests the vehicle has likely sat stationary for long periods, which explains the accelerated corrosion noted in the recent records. Between November 2022 at 74,071 miles and November 2024 at 93,139 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 19,000 miles, yet the condition of the underwork deteriorated from a clean sheet to a list of multiple structural failures and mechanical failures. A buyer must prioritise a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis, specifically focusing on the inner sills and suspension mounting areas. The MOT history shows recurring corrosion in these zones that progressed from minor rust to structural holes by late 2025. The tester also flagged corrosion on all four coil springs, play in the nearside front wheel bearing, and a worn nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage, all of which imply the suspension system is nearing its end. The pitted and scored rear brake discs noted in late 2025 further indicate that the braking components have suffered from surface rust during the vehicle's low-use pattern.