2003 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · MA53 EHB
2003 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 75,019 miles. MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,019 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA53 EHB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 19/02/2025
- 75,019 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA53 EHB 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 (MA53 EHB) between February 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 February 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
MA53 EHB Mileage History
- 28/02/202372,132 mi
- 19/02/202473,395 mi+1,263 mi
- 23/02/202473,417 mi+22 mi
- 19/02/202575,019 mi+1,602 mi
Average of roughly 1,461 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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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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