2003 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · KV53 BYZ
2003 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 172,265 miles. MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,265 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV53 BYZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2024
- 172,265 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV53 BYZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Land Rover Freelander (KV53 BYZ) between March 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
KV53 BYZ Mileage History
- 29/03/2022162,783 mi
- 05/04/2023166,973 mi+4,190 mi
- 18/04/2024172,265 mi+5,292 mi
- 18/04/2024172,265 mi
Average of roughly 4,610 miles per year across 4 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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