2003 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · FL03 TLV
2003 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 141,572 miles. MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,572 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FL03 TLV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/11/2023
- 141,572 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FL03 TLV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Land Rover Freelander (FL03 TLV) between November 2021 and November 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 10 November 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
FL03 TLV Mileage History
- 05/11/2021138,233 mi
- 12/11/2021138,236 mi+3 mi
- 22/11/2022139,322 mi+1,086 mi
- 23/11/2022139,335 mi+13 mi
- 10/11/2023141,572 mi+2,237 mi
Average of roughly 1,659 miles per year across 5 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: Poor
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LAND ROVER FREELANDER Model Intelligence & Reliability
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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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