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Land Rover Freelander

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,951 cc

LB05 EBCMOT history

LB05 EBC is a black diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 26 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2025
Mileage
120,791 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2025
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EBC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 EBC was last recorded at 120,791 miles on 18 Jun 2025, 2,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,749 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2,042 miles
Average per year
5,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,791 miles
  • 2024 – 118,749 miles
  • 2023 – 117,931 miles
  • 2022 – 115,995 miles
  • 2021 – 112,776 miles
  • 2020 – 110,956 miles
  • 2019 – 103,748 miles
  • 2018 – 97,520 miles
  • 2017 – 91,704 miles
  • 2016 – 84,290 miles
  • 2015 – 77,605 miles
  • 2014 – 70,118 miles
  • 2013 – 62,476 miles
  • 2012 – 56,398 miles
  • 2011 – 49,225 miles
  • 2010 – 41,408 miles
  • 2009 – 32,776 miles
  • 2008 – 28,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,791 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Differential (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,791 miles (+2,042)2 dangerous9 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,791 miles
    Test number
    671021508639
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Differential (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass118,749 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    118,749 miles
    Test number
    270738875531
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  3. Fail118,749 miles (+818)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,749 miles
    Test number
    759259249136
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  4. Pass117,931 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,931 miles
    Test number
    785513861202
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail117,930 miles (+1,935)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,930 miles
    Test number
    298150953792
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass115,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,995 miles
    Test number
    844194066998
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail115,995 miles (+3,219)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,995 miles
    Test number
    865562616575
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (marked) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass112,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,776 miles
    Test number
    771962651336
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail112,776 miles (+1,820)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,776 miles
    Test number
    310155666894
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass110,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,956 miles
    Test number
    813230676574
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  11. Fail110,956 miles (+7,208)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,956 miles
    Test number
    421323303388
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  12. Pass103,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    103,748 miles
    Test number
    883954864007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,748 miles (+6,228)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,748 miles
    Test number
    167529765493
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass97,520 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,520 miles
    Test number
    278793940593
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail97,520 miles (+5,816)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,520 miles
    Test number
    893352636539
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass91,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,704 miles
    Test number
    411910330633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,704 miles (+7,414)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,704 miles
    Test number
    373890688996
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass84,290 miles (+6,685)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,290 miles
    Test number
    504589358377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,605 miles
    Test number
    897264665072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,605 miles (+7,487)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,605 miles
    Test number
    177294765426
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass70,118 miles (+7,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,118 miles
    Test number
    566938454080
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass62,476 miles (+6,078)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    299099753061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,398 miles (+7,173)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    478692462019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,225 miles
    Test number
    929447961078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,224 miles (+7,816)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,224 miles
    Test number
    955267161024
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass41,408 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,408 miles
    Test number
    331719960074
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail41,404 miles (+8,628)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,404 miles
    Test number
    184748460437
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail32,776 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,776 miles
    Test number
    850858249076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

  29. Pass32,776 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,776 miles
    Test number
    931748849038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,029 miles
    Test number
    852526058171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EBC

Does LB05 EBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EBC expired on 29 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EBC?
The MOT on LB05 EBC expired on 29 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EBC done?
LB05 EBC was recorded at 120,791 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2025, an average of 5,445 miles a year.
Has LB05 EBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EBC has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 EBC 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 LB05 EBC find?
LB05 EBC failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; rear parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, and 19 more.

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