2009 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · PX09 TKC

The 2009 Land Rover Freelander presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 19 April 2024 at 177,859 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health, following a pass on 29 March 2023 at 172,302 miles, indicates a consistent maintenance trend with no recurring mechanical or structural advisories flagged by DVSA testers over the last two full test cycles. The vehicle appears to have been kept in a thoroughly roadworthy condition by its most recent keeper. Mileage accumulation tells a coherent story. Between the March 2023 pass at 172,302 miles and the April 2024 pass at 177,859 miles, the vehicle covered 5,557 miles in roughly thirteen months, which is modest but not unusually low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. The earlier record shows a jump of 10,393 miles between March 2022 at 161,909 miles and March 2023 at 172,302 miles, suggesting a period of heavier use before the current ownership. The recorded mileage of 177,859 miles aligns with an annual average of approximately 10,462 miles, which is typical for the vehicle's age and does not raise concerns about odometer tampering or prolonged standing. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should approach the physical inspection with the seriousness this marque demands. The Freelander's age and mileage place it well within the window where subframe corrosion, suspension bush degradation, and exhaust system deterioration become genuine structural risks, even if no tester has yet flagged them. Inspect the underside thoroughly for corrosion around the rear subframe mounting points and along the sills, as these are known weak points on this generation. Check the condition of all suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing or sag, and examine the brake discs and calipers for any uneven wear or binding that might not yet meet the MOT threshold for a fail. The powertrain and drivetrain deserve equal scrutiny. With nearly 178,000 miles on the clock, listen for timing chain rattle on cold start and check for any oil weeping from the camshaft cover gaskets and crankshaft seals. The turbocharger should be inspected for shaft play or excessive smoke under load. Given the absence of any MOT advisories to date, the previous owner appears to have maintained the vehicle diligently, but the lack of recorded defects should not substitute for a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Land Rover's known failure points.