2003 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · NE03 BAR

The most recent MOT test on 29 November 2024 at 155,417 miles resulted in a failure with no defects formally recorded, leaving the vehicle's current roadworthiness unverified by a passing certificate. Prior to that, the test history shows a repeating pattern of failure followed by rapid pass after rectification, with tests on 5 November 2021 at 149,518 miles and 29 May 2019 at 147,841 miles both failing before passes days later. This stop-start record suggests a worsening administrative and presentation trend rather than a stable, clean history, though the absence of listed advisories limits mechanical insight. The odometer climbed from 147,841 miles in May 2019 to 149,534 miles by November 2021, then to 155,417 miles by November 2024. That equates to roughly 2,400 miles over the first interval and 5,900 over the second, against a lifetime average near 6,757 miles per year. A two-and-a-half-year gap between the 2021 and 2024 tests implies the vehicle stood lightly used or off-road before a late submission. The sparse record with zero advisories across all entries points to either minimal formal scrutiny or omitted workshop notes, not evidence of thorough upkeep. A buyer must treat the November 2024 failure as an open item. With no defects captured, the reasons remain unknown and could span emissions, structural corrosion, or brake function. Given the Freelander's age and 155,417 miles, suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe rust warrant hands-on checks. The repeated fail-pass cycles in 2019 and 2021 suggest previous owners deferred compliance until test day, a habit that often masks skipped consumable replacement. Inspect brake discs and calipers for binding, verify exhaust integrity, and probe chassis legs for corrosion before purchase. The lack of recorded advisories offers no assurance on tyre condition or drivetrain wear at this mileage.