2010 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · AF60 KCK

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 13 October 2025 resulted in a recorded PASS with no defects or advisories noted by the examiner. Curiously, the same date also shows a FAILED entry with no defects recorded; this administrative anomaly is not uncommon and typically reflects a retest submission on the same day after a minor issue was rectified or a documentation correction was made, rather than a genuine failed roadworthiness outcome. Looking at the broader history, the vehicle has demonstrated a stable and consistent maintenance trend, securing clean PASS results at each annual test from October 2022 through October 2025 without any recorded advisories relating to suspension, braking, tyres, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion. This unbroken run of defect-free outcomes suggests that the Freelander has been conscientiously maintained, although the absence of advisories over multiple consecutive tests on a sixteen-year-old vehicle with substantial mileage may also indicate that advisories have been addressed promptly between tests rather than overlooked. With a recorded odometer reading of 146,174 miles on a 2010 model, this Freelander has covered approximately 9,136 miles per year over its lifetime, which is broadly typical for its age and suggests a vehicle that has been in regular use rather than left standing for prolonged periods. The MOT history does not reveal the precise mileage progression between tests, but the consistency of the annual testing pattern implies steady utilisation. For a Land Rover Freelander of this vintage, this level of mileage is consistent with normal wear on major drivetrain components, and buyers should anticipate that certain consumables and service items will be approaching or due for renewal regardless of any recorded defects. Given the clean MOT history and the absence of any documented advisories, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on age-related deterioration rather than chasing specific flagged defects. The tyres warrant close examination for sidewall perishing and cracking, which is common on a vehicle of this age even where tread depth remains legal, and any cracking visible in the sidewall rubber would warrant immediate replacement. The 12V battery is highly likely to be due for renewal on a calendar basis, and a load test or voltage check is advisable given that battery failure remains a common cause of non-start issues on Freelander 2 models. Brake discs, particularly on a vehicle that has accumulated this mileage, are prone to corrosion at the friction surface and edge, especially if the vehicle has been used for predominantly short journeys or has stood for any length of time; binding calipers should be checked by ensuring all four wheels rotate freely by hand when cold and that the vehicle does not pull noticeably to one side under braking. Further mechanical checks should include a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and coil springs, as these components endure significant stress on a Freelander and any clunks, knocking, or uneven tyre wear would indicate replacement is due. The timing belt and water pump replacement interval on the 2.2 diesel variant falls within this mileage bracket and is a critical service item that must be verified as completed, with supporting invoices or service book stamps. Fluid services, including brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid, degrade with time irrespective of mileage, and a sixteen-year-old vehicle will benefit from a complete fluid refresh if recent records cannot confirm this has been performed. A test drive should include careful listening for any propshaft or differential noises, particularly on inclines or during tight manoeuvres, as well as attention to any hesitation, rough running, or excessive smoke from the exhaust, all of which would warrant further specialist inspection before purchase.