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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,951 cc

L29 SHDMOT history

L29 SHD is a blue diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 126,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

L29 SHD blue 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 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,512 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 SHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 SHD was last recorded at 126,512 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,488 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
5,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,512 miles
  • 2024 – 122,558 miles
  • 2023 – 119,454 miles
  • 2022 – 115,641 miles
  • 2021 – 112,815 miles
  • 2020 – 108,882 miles
  • 2019 – 106,274 miles
  • 2018 – 99,609 miles
  • 2017 – 93,083 miles
  • 2016 – 82,219 miles
  • 2015 – 61,944 miles
  • 2014 – 57,412 miles
  • 2013 – 53,239 miles
  • 2011 – 49,277 miles
  • 2010 – 47,121 miles
  • 2009 – 39,198 miles
  • 2008 – 31,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,512 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 coil springs heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,512 miles (+24)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,512 miles
    Test number
    567310860549
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 coil springs heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail126,488 miles (+3,930)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    597511923635
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective no image from bulb (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 coil springs heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass122,558 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,558 miles
    Test number
    232686425411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail122,523 miles (+3,069)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,523 miles
    Test number
    808517345483
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriated & image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass119,454 miles (+3,813)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,454 miles
    Test number
    845578529577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,641 miles (+2,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,641 miles
    Test number
    763765602039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass112,815 miles (+3,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,815 miles
    Test number
    200259387956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,882 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,882 miles
    Test number
    633531585816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,274 miles
    Test number
    621744532800
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail106,271 miles (+6,662)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,271 miles
    Test number
    581493647867
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass99,609 miles (+6,526)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,609 miles
    Test number
    524915009397
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective Diff Mount

  12. Pass93,083 miles (+10,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,083 miles
    Test number
    219409070684
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded mainx2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear diff bushes deteriorated

  13. Pass82,219 miles (+20,275)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    812234335094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    861327005956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    735893516793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,944 miles (+40)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    893998383213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded chalked (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded chalked (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass61,904 miles (+4,492)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,904 miles
    Test number
    609417065170
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted crew type with seal

  18. Pass57,412 miles (+4,173)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,412 miles
    Test number
    668578354183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,239 miles
    Test number
    626398973146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail53,239 miles (+3,962)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,239 miles
    Test number
    925828773104
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass49,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,277 miles
    Test number
    187025351378
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail49,277 miles (+2,156)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,277 miles
    Test number
    697920451339
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail47,121 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,121 miles
    Test number
    530018040308
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass47,121 miles (+7,923)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,121 miles
    Test number
    722918140330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,198 miles (+7,554)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,198 miles
    Test number
    504623649391
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass31,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,644 miles
    Test number
    474074078243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 SHD

Does L29 SHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 SHD is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L29 SHD?
The MOT on L29 SHD is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 SHD done?
L29 SHD was recorded at 126,512 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 5,515 miles a year.
Has L29 SHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 SHD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L29 SHD 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 L29 SHD find?
L29 SHD passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in centre of screen; coil spring corroded all 4 coil springs heavily corroded; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 3 more.

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