2001 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · SM51 VHG
2001 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 07 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 150,727 miles. MOT expired on 09 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,727 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM51 VHG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/05/2023
- 150,727 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM51 VHG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Land Rover Freelander (SM51 VHG) between April 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SM51 VHG Mileage History
- 27/04/2022142,091 mi
- 28/04/2022142,091 mi
- 28/04/2023150,630 mi+8,539 mi
- 10/05/2023150,727 mi+97 mi
Average of roughly 8,343 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 1
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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LAND ROVER FREELANDER Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- 1.8 K-series Head Gasket FailureSerious
The 1.8 petrol is notorious for overheating and head-gasket failure.
- Viscous Coupling Unit (VCU) FailureSerious
The viscous fluid inside the VCU thickens with age, causing it to seize or fail. This can silently destroy the IRD and rear differential. Many owners simply remove the propshaft and run FWD only.
- Three Amigos (ABS/ESP/HDC Warning Lights)Moderate
The ABS, traction control, and Hill Descent Control warning lights illuminate together, often due to worn ABS sensors or more expensive 4WD system faults.
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