2008 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · MJ58 PKO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 26 May 2026 with 97,332 miles. The maintenance trend appears improving following a failure in the previous year. While the 2025 test revealed critical mechanical issues, the subsequent 2026 pass indicates that these faults were addressed and the vehicle has returned to a clean state with no recorded defects. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 97,332 miles represents an average of approximately 5,400 miles per year. This reflects consistent low-intensity usage, with only 6,555 miles driven between May 2024 and 2025, and just 5,320 miles between May 2025 and May 2026. Such low mileage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from heavy drivetrain stress, though it increases the likelihood of rubber component degradation and corrosion due to periods of inactivity. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension geometry, as the 2025 failure at 92,010 miles highlighted a nearside rear suspension arm bush and a trailing arm split. Despite the recent pass, these components should be checked for remaining play or signs of poor repair. The edge wear on the offside front tyre noted in 2024 at 85,467 miles suggests a potential alignment issue that should be verified to ensure no underlying camber damage exists. Given the age of the Land Rover, close inspection of the cooling system is a priority following the coolant leak that caused the 2025 failure. The buyer should also examine the structural integrity of the chassis and points for corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from hidden rust. The clean recent record suggests the owner is currently proactive with maintenance, but the transition from a failure to a pass confirms that the repairs were technically sound.