2005 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · GJ54 FVH
2005 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 194,312 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GJ54 FVH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2024
- 194,312 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GJ54 FVH 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 2005 Land Rover Freelander (GJ54 FVH) between June 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
GJ54 FVH Mileage History
- 09/06/2022169,066 mi
- 13/06/2023181,347 mi+12,281 mi
- 16/06/2023181,369 mi+22 mi
- 20/06/2024194,282 mi+12,913 mi
- 25/06/2024194,312 mi+30 mi
Average of roughly 12,342 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: 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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