2005 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · CV55 EDC
2005 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 152,494 miles. MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CV55 EDC Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/01/2023
- 152,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CV55 EDC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Land Rover Freelander (CV55 EDC) between December 2021 and January 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 January 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
CV55 EDC Mileage History
- 01/12/2021146,688 mi
- 12/01/2023152,494 mi+5,806 mi
Average of roughly 5,211 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- 1.8 K-series Head Gasket FailureSerious
The 1.8 petrol is notorious for overheating and head-gasket failure.
- Viscous Coupling Unit (VCU) FailureSerious
The viscous fluid inside the VCU thickens with age, causing it to seize or fail. This can silently destroy the IRD and rear differential. Many owners simply remove the propshaft and run FWD only.
- Three Amigos (ABS/ESP/HDC Warning Lights)Moderate
The ABS, traction control, and Hill Descent Control warning lights illuminate together, often due to worn ABS sensors or more expensive 4WD system faults.
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