2003 Land Rover Freelander 1.8L Petrol · VN03 YRG
2003 Land Rover Freelander (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 May 2003. Recorded mileage 141,269 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,269 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VN03 YRG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2026
- 141,269 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.
VN03 YRG 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 2003 Land Rover Freelander (VN03 YRG) between December 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VN03 YRG Mileage History
- 21/12/2022138,189 mi
- 21/12/2023139,324 mi+1,135 mi
- 16/12/2024140,295 mi+971 mi
- 19/12/2024140,301 mi+6 mi
- 06/01/2026141,269 mi+968 mi
Average of roughly 1,012 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: Good
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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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