2005 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · NG55 OBY
2005 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 151,199 miles. MOT expired on 10 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,199 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG55 OBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2025
- 151,199 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG55 OBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Land Rover Freelander (NG55 OBY) between July 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
NG55 OBY Mileage History
- 24/07/2022125,735 mi
- 26/07/2022125,799 mi+64 mi
- 31/01/2024141,590 mi+15,791 mi
- 11/02/2024141,918 mi+328 mi
- 10/02/2025151,199 mi+9,281 mi
Average of roughly 9,982 miles per year across 5 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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- 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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