2005 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · KY54 DWL
2005 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 97,695 miles. MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KY54 DWL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/04/2026
- 97,695 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.
KY54 DWL 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 (KY54 DWL) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
KY54 DWL Mileage History
- 08/04/202483,958 mi
- 08/04/202483,958 mi
- 04/04/202591,451 mi+7,493 mi
- 04/04/202591,451 mi
- 04/04/202697,695 mi+6,244 mi
Average of roughly 6,910 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: Average
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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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