2002 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · YC02 OTZ
2002 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 133,306 miles. MOT expired on 05 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,306 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YC02 OTZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2024
- 133,306 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YC02 OTZ 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 2002 Land Rover Freelander (YC02 OTZ) between April 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
YC02 OTZ Mileage History
- 22/04/2022122,935 mi
- 06/04/2023128,792 mi+5,857 mi
- 06/04/2023128,792 mi
- 07/05/2024133,305 mi+4,513 mi
- 07/05/2024133,306 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,077 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
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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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