2005 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · YF05 JVJ
2005 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2005. Recorded mileage 128,999 miles. MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,999 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF05 JVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2026
- 128,999 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF05 JVJ 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 (YF05 JVJ) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2026 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: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Central Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn diff bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”.
YF05 JVJ Mileage History
- 02/08/2024100,895 mi
- 11/08/2025119,361 mi+18,466 mi
- 12/08/2025119,361 mi
- 19/08/2026128,999 mi+9,638 mi
- 19/08/2026128,999 mi
Average of roughly 13,738 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: 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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- 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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