2008 Land Rover Freelander 2.2L Diesel · YL57 LXU
2008 Land Rover Freelander (2.2L, diesel). First registered 08 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 157,386 miles. MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,386 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YL57 LXU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/03/2026
- 157,386 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YL57 LXU 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 2008 Land Rover Freelander (YL57 LXU) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
YL57 LXU Mileage History
- 11/03/2022123,909 mi
- 03/03/2023132,662 mi+8,753 mi
- 28/03/2024142,681 mi+10,019 mi
- 21/03/2025152,274 mi+9,593 mi
- 20/03/2026157,386 mi+5,112 mi
Average of roughly 8,318 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 2
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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- Rear Differential Bearing WhineSerious
Bearings inside the rear diff fail, causing a progressively louder whine.
- Haldex Coupling Pump FailureModerate
The Haldex AWD coupling pump becomes clogged with sludge or its pressure sensor fails, disabling the 4WD system and triggering traction warnings.
- DPF and EGR Issues (Diesel)Moderate
Diesel particulate filter blocks and EGR valves clog, especially on short urban journeys. Can cause limp mode, power loss and increased fuel consumption.
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