2005 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · VE05 SXS
2005 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 122,042 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,042 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VE05 SXS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/01/2025
- 122,042 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VE05 SXS 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 2005 Land Rover Freelander (VE05 SXS) between January 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VE05 SXS Mileage History
- 22/01/202291,808 mi
- 17/01/202398,603 mi+6,795 mi
- 19/01/202398,619 mi+16 mi
- 16/01/2024110,941 mi+12,322 mi
- 18/01/2025122,042 mi+11,101 mi
Average of roughly 10,114 miles per year across 5 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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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