2012 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · R1 WDL
2012 Land Rover Freelander (2.2L, diesel). First registered 27 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 98,573 miles. MOT expired on 07 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,573 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R1 WDL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2025
- 98,573 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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R1 WDL 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander (R1 WDL) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
R1 WDL Mileage History
- 27/07/202279,601 mi
- 27/07/202386,348 mi+6,747 mi
- 09/07/202491,979 mi+5,631 mi
- 09/07/202491,979 mi
- 29/07/202598,573 mi+6,594 mi
Average of roughly 6,312 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 2
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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- Haldex Coupling Pump FailureModerate
The Haldex AWD coupling pump becomes clogged with sludge or its pressure sensor fails, disabling the 4WD system and triggering traction warnings.
- DPF and EGR Issues (Diesel)Moderate
Diesel particulate filter blocks and EGR valves clog, especially on short urban journeys. Can cause limp mode, power loss and increased fuel consumption.
- Power Steering Hose LeaksModerate
The high-pressure power steering hose near the rack develops cracks and leaks, causing heavy steering and whining noises. The steering rack itself can also fail on pre-2008 models due to manufacturing contamination.
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