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Land Rover Freelander

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,951 cc

LD53 ODEMOT history

LD53 ODE is a black diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2024.

LD53 ODE black Land Rover Freelander – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Freelander, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2025
Mileage
130,321 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ODE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ODE was last recorded at 130,321 miles on 8 Oct 2024, 2,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2018: 110,579 miles, lower than 110,971 miles on 1 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,369 miles · 6 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,952 miles
Average per year
6,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,321 miles
  • 2023 – 127,369 miles
  • 2022 – 124,761 miles
  • 2021 – 119,613 miles
  • 2020 – 116,900 miles
  • 2019 – 114,706 miles
  • 2018 – 110,579 miles
  • 2017 – 105,709 miles
  • 2016 – 101,600 miles
  • 2015 – 89,835 miles
  • 2014 – 78,791 miles
  • 2013 – 68,969 miles
  • 2012 – 64,554 miles
  • 2011 – 60,496 miles
  • 2010 – 54,877 miles
  • 2009 – 49,821 miles
  • 2008 – 43,697 miles
  • 2007 – 30,154 miles
  • 2006 – 22,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,321 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,321 miles (+2,952)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    130,321 miles
    Test number
    273888245454
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass127,369 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    127,369 miles
    Test number
    984586038447
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail127,369 miles (+2,608)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,369 miles
    Test number
    820022872016
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass124,761 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,761 miles
    Test number
    383488056540
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail124,760 miles (+5,147)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,760 miles
    Test number
    333215646782
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded both main feed (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass119,613 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    119,613 miles
    Test number
    507879440345
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail119,613 miles (+2,713)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,613 miles
    Test number
    219982853896
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,900 miles (+2,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,900 miles
    Test number
    558537589496
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,706 miles (+4,127)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    640536644815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,579 miles (-392)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    110,579 miles
    Test number
    363546496013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,971 miles (+5,262)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,971 miles
    Test number
    543191340646
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass105,709 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,709 miles
    Test number
    974010922077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,600 miles (+11,765)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    101,600 miles
    Test number
    800646376024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,835 miles
    Test number
    119744627702
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail89,835 miles (+11,044)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,835 miles
    Test number
    221365512711
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass78,791 miles (+9,822)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,791 miles
    Test number
    488432404409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,969 miles (+4,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,969 miles
    Test number
    438232483225
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass64,554 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,554 miles
    Test number
    755951692287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,496 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,496 miles
    Test number
    339314881419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,877 miles
    Test number
    762448460210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,877 miles (+5,056)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,877 miles
    Test number
    984527760226
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass49,821 miles (+6,124)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,821 miles
    Test number
    362485269478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,697 miles (+13,543)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,697 miles
    Test number
    891381098209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,154 miles
    Test number
    781755687271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,154 miles (+8,065)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,154 miles
    Test number
    593015387225
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass22,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,089 miles
    Test number
    462822696298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 ODE

Does LD53 ODE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 ODE expired on 4 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ODE?
The MOT on LD53 ODE expired on 4 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 ODE done?
LD53 ODE was recorded at 130,321 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2024, an average of 6,023 miles a year.
Has LD53 ODE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ODE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 ODE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 ODE find?
LD53 ODE passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive rear differential; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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