2014 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · OV64 LHB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test on 17 June 2025 at 79,804 miles identified two defects: thin front brake pads and a minor exhaust leak at the back box. This represents a departure from the clean records seen in previous years, suggesting that wear components are now reaching the end of their functional life and require immediate attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,650 miles per annum. There is a notable gap of 15,033 miles covered between June 2024 and June 2025, which follows a much quieter period of only 3,726 miles in the preceding year. The June 2024 test at 64,871 miles highlighted significant tyre neglect, with multiple tyres reaching the legal limit or showing uneven wear, indicating that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until the MOT interval. A buyer must physically inspect the exhaust system to determine the extent of the back box corrosion, as even minor leaks often indicate structural thinning that will necessitate a full replacement. The history of worn tyres in 2024 also warrants a check of the wheel alignment and suspension bushes to explain why uneven wear occurred. Given the age of the Freelander, the inspection should also focus on signs of corrosion on the chassis and underbody, as these are common failure points for this model despite the relatively low mileage.