2009 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · AF59 XGO

The Freelander presents a stable but ageing maintenance profile as of its most recent MOT activity in January 2026 at 105,976 miles. The vehicle failed an initial attempt on the same day due to a non-functioning offside front position lamp, a straightforward electrical defect, before passing a retest on the same date. Advisories at that most recent test centred on a perished nearside rear tyre and worn front inner suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides, neither flagged as resulting in excessive movement. The overall trend is one of gradual component fatigue rather than acute neglect, with the tester consistently noting suspension wear without escalation to serious instability. At roughly 17 years old with 105,976 recorded miles, the vehicle averages approximately 6,234 miles per year, which sits within a typical range for its age. Mileage accumulation has been steady, rising from 94,860 miles in February 2023 to 101,461 miles by June 2024 and reaching 105,976 miles by January 2026, indicating consistent rather than intermittent use. The gap between the February 2023 and June 2024 tests spans over a year, during which the vehicle covered approximately 6,600 miles, and the subsequent interval to January 2026 covers roughly 4,500 miles over 19 months, suggesting a slight reduction in annual usage toward the end of the record. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer progression. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay close attention to the front suspension assemblies. Worn inner suspension arm pins or bushes appeared as advisories in every test from June 2024 through January 2026, affecting both sides of the vehicle. While none were flagged as causing excessive movement, the recurrence indicates these components are approaching the end of their service life and will likely require replacement in the near term. The condition of all tyre sidewalls should also be carefully examined, given the perished nearside rear tyre noted in January 2026 and the worn front tyre edges recorded in June 2024. The underbody warrants a thorough inspection for surface corrosion, which was noted in June 2025, and the front brake discs should be checked for wear, pitting, or scoring, a concern raised in February 2023 that may have progressed given the vehicle's age and mileage.