2012 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · OV62 YBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT on 5 March 2026 at 104,431 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a minor failure just one day prior at 104,404 miles due to a bulge in the nearside front tyre. This failure indicates the owner was willing to rectify immediate safety issues to pass testing, and the subsequent pass showed no further defects or advisories across the mechanical or structural systems. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Between February 2023 and March 2026, the car covered 13,022 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 4,300 miles annually. This regularity suggests consistent operation rather than long periods of standing, which often leads to rubber component degradation and seized calipers. The intervals between tests have remained annual, indicating a consistent approach to maintaining the legal roadworthiness status. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the 2023 test flagged thin rear brake pads at 91,409 miles. While this was resolved for the following tests, the age of the vehicle necessitates a check of disc surfaces for excessive wear or uneven thinning. Given the Freelander's age, the inspection should also target the suspension bushes and control arms, as these are common points of mechanical fatigue on this model. The lack of recent structural advisories suggests the chassis remains sound, but a physical check for underbody corrosion is a standard requirement for a vehicle of this era.