2013 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · R4 GKX

The most recent MOT on 31 March 2026 passed at 132,958 miles, but the maintenance trend across the last three years is mixed rather than clearly improving. The tester flagged both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge at the most recent test, indicating ongoing attention to consumables has been inconsistent. Earlier in the record, wear items like brake pads, discs, and suspension bushes were flagged repeatedly, and while the car has continued to pass, the pattern suggests wear-and-replace cycles rather than proactive servicing. The high-level stop lamp fault appearing in both March 2025 tests and again in March 2024 points to a minor electrical niggle that has persisted intermittently rather than being permanently resolved. The vehicle is thirteen years old with 132,958 miles recorded, averaging roughly 10,228 miles per year, which is typical for its age and does not raise immediate concern about either excessive use or long-term standing. The mileage progression is steady: 103,335 miles in March 2024, 118,009 miles in March 2025, and 132,958 miles in March 2026, showing consistent annual use with no large gaps or sudden jumps. The record itself is clean in terms of test frequency, with annual tests completed each year, so there is no evidence of the vehicle being off-road for extended periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension, where both nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes were flagged as worn in March 2025. Although the tester noted no excessive movement at that time, worn bushes on a vehicle of this age and mileage can progress quickly, leading to vague steering, uneven tyre wear, and eventual MOT failure if left unchecked. The rear tyres wearing on the edge at the most recent test also warrants an inspection of rear suspension geometry and alignment, as this wear pattern often points to misalignment or deteriorated rear bushes rather than simple neglect. The braking system has been a recurring focus across multiple tests, with front pads below 1.5 mm and rear pads at 5 mm flagged in March 2024, along with worn discs. While these were addressed for subsequent passes, a buyer should verify the current condition of pads, discs, and calipers, particularly for any signs of binding or uneven wear. The intermittent high-level stop lamp fault is minor but worth checking, as it can indicate a wiring or connector issue behind the rear light cluster. Overall, the record reflects a vehicle that has been kept roadworthy but not meticulously maintained, so a thorough mechanical inspection of suspension, brakes, and steering components is strongly advisable before purchase.