2009 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · NC02 ACE

The most recent MOT on 23 January 2026 recorded a pass at 189,032 miles, but the preceding test on 19 January 2026 failed due to an inoperative parking brake on one side, binding rear brakes, insufficient brake‑lever reserve travel and a tyre worn close to the legal limit; the vehicle was subsequently repaired and passed on the 23rd, indicating a recent trend of intermittent mechanical faults rather than a stable or improving maintenance record. The mileage shows a steady increase of roughly 11,000 miles per year over the vehicle’s 17‑year life, with the odometer rising from 159,145 miles in January 2024 to 189,032 miles by January 2026; the only notable jump is the 39‑mile difference between the 19th and 23rd January 2026 tests, which is negligible, and the intervals between the 2024, 2025 and 2026 tests span about 13 months each, confirming consistent usage without prolonged periods of standing. Recurring faults include repeated failures of the off‑side front fuel pipe clip and support clip, suggesting corrosion or fatigue in the front chassis area, while the 2026 parking brake failure points to worn brake components and inadequate lever travel; the tyre wear recorded at the legal limit and the earlier advisory on edge wear indicate that consumable maintenance has been neglected. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the fuel pipe and its mounting brackets for rust or looseness, verify the parking brake’s functional operation on both sides, check brake lever reserve travel, examine the condition of discs, pads and calipers, assess tyre tread depth and edge wear, and evaluate suspension bushes, coil springs and the structural integrity of the front wheel arch for corrosion or damage.