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Land Rover Freelander

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,179 cc

L40 MLDMOT history

L40 MLD is a black diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 179,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L40 MLD 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 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
179,389 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 MLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 MLD was last recorded at 179,389 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 4,043 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,346 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,043 miles
Average per year
8,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,389 miles
  • 2025 – 175,346 miles
  • 2024 – 172,241 miles
  • 2023 – 167,713 miles
  • 2022 – 163,316 miles
  • 2021 – 159,369 miles
  • 2020 – 154,864 miles
  • 2019 – 149,283 miles
  • 2018 – 141,253 miles
  • 2017 – 132,896 miles
  • 2016 – 124,513 miles
  • 2015 – 103,701 miles
  • 2014 – 90,294 miles
  • 2013 – 77,578 miles
  • 2012 – 60,080 miles
  • 2011 – 47,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,389 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated misting of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bottom arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Battery warning light illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,389 miles (+4,043)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    179,389 miles
    Test number
    296157559436
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated misting of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bottom arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass175,346 miles (+3,105)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    175,346 miles
    Test number
    618261960713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated

  3. Pass172,241 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    172,241 miles
    Test number
    882898395709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated

  4. Fail172,238 miles (+4,525)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,238 miles
    Test number
    894968107884
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated

  5. Pass167,713 miles (+4,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    167,713 miles
    Test number
    165124347218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass163,316 miles (+3,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    163,316 miles
    Test number
    469164156051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass159,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    159,369 miles
    Test number
    448188559314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail159,369 miles (+4,505)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,369 miles
    Test number
    436546539773
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass154,864 miles (+5,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    154,864 miles
    Test number
    915266937251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass149,283 miles (+8,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    149,283 miles
    Test number
    995034526795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass141,253 miles (+8,357)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    141,253 miles
    Test number
    839417422219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,896 miles (+8,383)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,896 miles
    Test number
    949854972342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,513 miles (+20,812)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    124,513 miles
    Test number
    825882252185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,701 miles
    Test number
    236078865421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,701 miles (+13,407)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,701 miles
    Test number
    297918265180
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  16. Pass90,294 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,294 miles
    Test number
    355059244173
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail90,292 miles (+12,714)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,292 miles
    Test number
    378959244159
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear wiper missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass77,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,578 miles
    Test number
    956350203175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,578 miles (+17,498)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,578 miles
    Test number
    438179693075
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass60,080 miles (+12,892)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,080 miles
    Test number
    407064772070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,188 miles
    Test number
    259975941498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L40 MLD

Does L40 MLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 MLD is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 MLD?
The MOT on L40 MLD is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 MLD done?
L40 MLD was recorded at 179,389 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 8,636 miles a year.
Has L40 MLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 MLD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 MLD 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 L40 MLD find?
L40 MLD passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated misting of grease; central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bottom arm bush, and 1 more.

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