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Land Rover Freelander

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

L8 BWHMOT history

L8 BWH is a grey petrol Land Rover Freelander first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

L8 BWH grey 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 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
45,762 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BWH was last recorded at 45,762 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,575 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
187 miles
Average per year
1,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,762 miles
  • 2025 – 45,575 miles
  • 2024 – 45,231 miles
  • 2023 – 44,792 miles
  • 2022 – 44,283 miles
  • 2021 – 43,478 miles
  • 2020 – 43,038 miles
  • 2019 – 41,968 miles
  • 2018 – 40,625 miles
  • 2017 – 38,755 miles
  • 2016 – 36,559 miles
  • 2015 – 34,593 miles
  • 2014 – 32,030 miles
  • 2013 – 29,361 miles
  • 2012 – 27,389 miles
  • 2011 – 24,362 miles
  • 2010 – 20,090 miles
  • 2009 – 16,882 miles
  • 2008 – 13,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,762 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust joint area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,762 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    45,762 miles
    Test number
    371362457600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass45,575 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    45,575 miles
    Test number
    571417965788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  3. Fail45,561 miles (+330)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,561 miles
    Test number
    365725417514
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass45,231 miles (+439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    45,231 miles
    Test number
    638369803709
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust brackets corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass44,792 miles (+509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    756691444419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass44,283 miles (+805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,283 miles
    Test number
    768401167945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass43,478 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    301754977979
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail43,473 miles (+435)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,473 miles
    Test number
    887125509207
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass43,038 miles (+1,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,038 miles
    Test number
    920069029445
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system and mtgs corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mtg bracket corroded

  10. Pass41,968 miles (+1,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,968 miles
    Test number
    625161812583
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass40,625 miles (+1,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,625 miles
    Test number
    831056657102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass38,755 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,755 miles
    Test number
    516490551910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,559 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    36,559 miles
    Test number
    287365699849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail36,559 miles (+1,966)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,559 miles
    Test number
    497957694871
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass34,593 miles (+2,563)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,593 miles
    Test number
    478902085014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteRear diff mount bush slightly worn
    • NoteRear propshaft/vcu unit support bush worn

  16. Pass32,030 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,030 miles
    Test number
    905889474042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear diff rubber mount deteriorated

  17. Fail32,030 miles (+2,669)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,030 miles
    Test number
    857498174029
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear diff rubber mount deteriorated
    • NoteRear silencer excessivly deteriorated

  18. Pass29,361 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,361 miles
    Test number
    129925583480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing deteriated

  19. Fail29,361 miles (+1,972)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,361 miles
    Test number
    749775383058
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing deteriated

  20. Pass27,389 miles (+3,027)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,389 miles
    Test number
    457389272098
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear silencer slightly deteriorated

  21. Pass24,362 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,362 miles
    Test number
    236446271069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f brake disk slightly scorred
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and perrishing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has screw in inner edge of tred
    • NoteO/s side step bracket worn
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to perrish on outer sidewall
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to perrish on outer edge of tred

  22. Fail24,362 miles (+4,272)1 failure1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,362 miles
    Test number
    898776771037
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f brake disk slightly scorred
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and perrishing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has screw in inner edge of tred
    • NoteO/s side step bracket worn
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to perrish on outer sidewall
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to perrish on outer edge of tred

  23. Pass20,090 miles (+3,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,090 miles
    Test number
    834937870018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass16,882 miles (+2,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,882 miles
    Test number
    983145579070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass13,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,937 miles
    Test number
    454235888090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about L8 BWH

Does L8 BWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 BWH is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 BWH?
The MOT on L8 BWH is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 BWH done?
L8 BWH was recorded at 45,762 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 1,739 miles a year.
Has L8 BWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BWH has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 BWH 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 L8 BWH find?
L8 BWH passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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