2012 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · EY12 FSL

The most recent MOT history for this 2012 Land Rover Freelander, tested just nine months ago on 20 August 2025, reveals a concerning pattern of repeated failures despite no recorded defects. The vehicle passed the test on the first attempt in 2023, yet in both 2024 and 2025, it failed twice at the same mileage—107,791 and 122,946 miles respectively—suggesting underlying issues that evaded detection during the pass tests. The absence of specific advisories or defects in the records implies either a lack of thorough inspection or a vehicle that consistently meets the bare minimum MOT standards without addressing deeper wear. This trend raises questions about whether critical components, such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers, have been overlooked or are nearing failure. The mileage progression of approximately 8,782 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the abrupt jumps between tests—particularly the 15,000-mile gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests—could indicate either inconsistent maintenance or periods of inactivity. The lack of intermediate service records means there’s no visibility into whether routine checks, such as fluid changes or alignment adjustments, were performed. Without supplementary service history, the buyer cannot confirm whether wear items like tyres, wiper blades, or brake pads were replaced at appropriate intervals. Given the repeated failures without explanatory defects, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, focusing on worn or cracked bushes, degraded coil springs, and binding calipers—common issues in Freelanders that often go unnoticed until failure. The braking system warrants scrutiny, especially if the tester flagged binding rear brakes in prior tests (though not recorded here), as excessive wear on discs or pads could have been masked by the vehicle’s heavy-duty nature. Structural corrosion, particularly around the sills, wheel arches, and subframe, should also be examined, as this model is prone to rust-related failures over 14 years. The absence of advisories in the MOT does not guarantee these areas are sound, so visual and functional checks are essential.