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Land Rover Freelander

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,179 cc

L5 SDWMOT history

L5 SDW is a black diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 74,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

L5 SDW black Land Rover Freelander – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
74,558 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 SDW
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
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 SDW was last recorded at 74,558 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,557 miles · 16 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,558 miles
  • 2025 – 69,435 miles
  • 2024 – 66,084 miles
  • 2023 – 60,422 miles
  • 2021 – 58,703 miles
  • 2020 – 57,372 miles
  • 2019 – 54,826 miles
  • 2018 – 51,439 miles
  • 2017 – 47,405 miles
  • 2016 – 42,363 miles
  • 2015 – 36,238 miles
  • 2014 – 30,644 miles
  • 2013 – 26,336 miles
  • 2012 – 20,767 miles
  • 2011 – 15,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,558 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,558 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    74,558 miles
    Test number
    286153815120
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  2. Fail74,557 miles (+5,122)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,557 miles
    Test number
    465905310625
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backplate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  3. Pass69,435 miles (+3,351)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    69,435 miles
    Test number
    896298254092
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryNoise from inside steering rack but no play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass66,084 miles (+5,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    834689971537
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass60,422 miles (+1,719)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    60,422 miles
    Test number
    104342359364
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  6. Pass58,703 miles (+1,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,703 miles
    Test number
    535595487782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake disc dust shields deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension but not weakened
  7. Pass57,372 miles (+2,546)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,372 miles
    Test number
    922125931064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight stiffness in both front suspension top mount bearings
  8. Pass54,826 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,826 miles
    Test number
    883926199759
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear underside suspension components but not excessive
  9. Pass51,439 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,439 miles
    Test number
    808928619449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,405 miles (+5,042)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,405 miles
    Test number
    487190837452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,363 miles (+6,125)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,363 miles
    Test number
    218463117775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,238 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,238 miles
    Test number
    947053495071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,644 miles (+4,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    30,644 miles
    Test number
    649898294009
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass26,336 miles (+5,569)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,336 miles
    Test number
    196639993003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,767 miles (+5,174)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,767 miles
    Test number
    906447292012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    15,593 miles
    Test number
    367781401119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 SDW

Does L5 SDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 SDW is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 SDW?
The MOT on L5 SDW is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 SDW done?
L5 SDW was recorded at 74,558 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has L5 SDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 SDW has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 SDW 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 L5 SDW find?
L5 SDW passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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