2011 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · AL09 LED

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding deferred suspension and tyre care. While the most recent test in May 2025 at 128,348 miles passed, the tester flagged play in the offside front track rod end ball joint and a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a progression from the 2024 test where a damaged dust cover on the same track rod was noted, suggesting that steering components are now reaching the end of their life. At 128,348 miles, the Freelander has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a fifteen-year-old vehicle. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with intervals of roughly 1,800 to 3,400 miles between annual tests from 2021 to 2025. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not sat idle for long periods, though the low mileage relative to its age means rubber components and perish degradation are more likely than mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as recurring issues with track rod ends indicate potential wider wear in the steering assembly. The persistent mention of the nearside rear tyre across the 2022, 2024, and 2025 tests reveals a pattern of neglecting basic consumable maintenance or ignoring alignment issues. Check for uneven wear on all other tyres and inspect the suspension bushings, which are common failure points on this model at this mileage.