2011 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · FN11 XCA

The Freelander currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 16 January 2026 at 99,071 miles, following a same-day retest after an initial failure. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but punctuated by recurring brake and driveline wear, suggesting a pattern of reactive rather than preventative upkeep. The tester flagged binding rear service brakes and excessively fluctuating rear service brake readings during the January 2026 failure, alongside a significantly worn nearside rear brake disc and thin rear brake pads. These items were rectified before the pass, yet the underlying theme of rear brake degradation has persisted across multiple tests. The vehicle has covered roughly 6,605 miles per year over its fifteen-year life, which is typical for its age and class. Mileage accumulation has been steady, with the 97,590-mile reading recorded in January 2025 and the current 99,071 miles logged in January 2026, indicating approximately 1,481 miles travelled in the last twelve months. This relatively low recent usage suggests the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary, a factor that can accelerate brake disc corrosion and suspension bush deterioration due to lack of regular heat cycling and movement. The MOT record reveals a recurring theme of rear brake wear and corrosion. In January 2025 at 97,590 miles, the tester noted heavily pitted and corroded rear brake discs, and the same pattern appeared in the January 2026 failure with a significantly worn nearside rear disc. Buyers should inspect the rear brake calipers for seized slides or binding pistons, as the repeated binding advisories point to a caliper or handbrake mechanism issue rather than simple pad wear. The condition of the rear brake flexible hoses for internal collapse, which can act as a one-way valve and cause residual pressure to hold the brakes on, should also be checked. The driveline has also drawn attention. The nearside front outer constant velocity boot was flagged as severely deteriorated and leaking grease in January 2024 at 96,158 miles, then as split and insecure in the January 2025 failure at 97,589 miles. Although this appears to have been addressed before the 2026 test, the repeated nature of the defect suggests either a temporary repair or ongoing strain on the joint. A buyer should inspect the inner and outer CV joints for play and clicking under load, and examine the subframe and suspension mounting points for corrosion, as Freelanders of this era are prone to structural corrosion around the rear trailing arm mounts and front subframe. The worn nearside front tyre edge wear noted in January 2026 also warrants a close check of front suspension geometry, particularly the condition of the lower arm bushes and tracking alignment.