2008 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · MK08 VHV
2008 Land Rover Freelander (2.2L, diesel). First registered 22 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 119,728 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,728 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MK08 VHV Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 29/06/2022
- 119,728 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MK08 VHV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2008 Land Rover Freelander (MK08 VHV) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 June 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- Rear Differential Bearing WhineSerious
Bearings inside the rear diff fail, causing a progressively louder whine.
- Haldex Coupling Pump FailureModerate
The Haldex AWD coupling pump becomes clogged with sludge or its pressure sensor fails, disabling the 4WD system and triggering traction warnings.
- DPF and EGR Issues (Diesel)Moderate
Diesel particulate filter blocks and EGR valves clog, especially on short urban journeys. Can cause limp mode, power loss and increased fuel consumption.
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