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Land Rover Freelander

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,179 cc

L18 SAJMOT history

L18 SAJ is a black diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 27 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 176,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

L18 SAJ black Land Rover Freelander – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Freelander, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
176,484 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SAJ was last recorded at 176,484 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 7,534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,950 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,534 miles
Average per year
10,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,484 miles
  • 2025 – 168,950 miles
  • 2024 – 160,777 miles
  • 2023 – 145,468 miles
  • 2022 – 137,277 miles
  • 2021 – 129,914 miles
  • 2020 – 122,615 miles
  • 2018 – 109,428 miles
  • 2017 – 98,877 miles
  • 2016 – 80,410 miles
  • 2015 – 64,950 miles
  • 2014 – 54,005 miles
  • 2013 – 42,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,484 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear arches slightly corroded by spring mounts
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,484 miles (+7,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    176,484 miles
    Test number
    385637819822
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches slightly corroded by spring mounts
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass168,950 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    168,950 miles
    Test number
    551729515617
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
  3. Fail168,950 miles (+8,173)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,950 miles
    Test number
    398715992261
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
  4. Pass160,777 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    160,777 miles
    Test number
    348190459399
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both Fronts Inners Near Limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Seepage
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low on Outer Half (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Near Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking brake only just past efficiencies
  5. Fail160,776 miles (+15,308)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,776 miles
    Test number
    271534831091
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both Rears Inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour Both Fronts Faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both Fronts Inners Near Limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Seepage
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low on Outer Half (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Near Limit (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass145,468 miles (+99)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    145,468 miles
    Test number
    844037051231
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts Inner Surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both Rears Inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Silencer Metal Heat Shroud Loose/Rattling
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly Worn to Near Limit on Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight Oil Leak Rear of Engine
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Rear Suspension Top Mount Areas Starting to Corrode (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail145,369 miles (+8,092)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,369 miles
    Test number
    640273245382
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  8. Pass137,277 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,277 miles
    Test number
    524252586649
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Metal Heat Shroud Loose/Rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail137,277 miles (+7,363)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,277 miles
    Test number
    525492883741
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Metal Heat Shroud Loose/Rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass129,914 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,914 miles
    Test number
    755155595913
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail129,913 miles (+7,298)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    329266079545
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass122,615 miles (+13,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,615 miles
    Test number
    929169619110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass109,428 miles (+10,551)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    109,428 miles
    Test number
    201157211925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,877 miles (+18,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,877 miles
    Test number
    367885998935
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass80,410 miles (+15,460)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,410 miles
    Test number
    757504848738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,950 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,950 miles
    Test number
    705577907988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,887 miles (+10,882)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,887 miles
    Test number
    167984007376
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  18. Pass54,005 miles (+11,420)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,005 miles
    Test number
    769880464268
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSmall cut to cords on nearside rear and offside rear tyres
  19. Pass42,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,585 miles
    Test number
    166571263249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,585 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,585 miles
    Test number
    897530963215
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about L18 SAJ

Does L18 SAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SAJ is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SAJ?
The MOT on L18 SAJ is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SAJ done?
L18 SAJ was recorded at 176,484 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 10,351 miles a year.
Has L18 SAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SAJ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 SAJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L18 SAJ find?
L18 SAJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: both rear arches slightly corroded by spring mounts; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear coil spring corroded slightly, and 1 more.

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