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Land Rover Freelander

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,951 cc

LE53 LPEMOT history

LE53 LPE is a grey diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

LE53 LPE grey 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 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
145,117 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 LPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 LPE was last recorded at 145,117 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,114 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,117 miles
  • 2024 – 143,252 miles
  • 2023 – 137,463 miles
  • 2022 – 127,048 miles
  • 2021 – 124,223 miles
  • 2020 – 110,723 miles
  • 2017 – 110,613 miles
  • 2016 – 105,420 miles
  • 2015 – 93,650 miles
  • 2014 – 82,815 miles
  • 2013 – 71,716 miles
  • 2012 – 61,101 miles
  • 2011 – 53,282 miles
  • 2010 – 43,660 miles
  • 2009 – 33,059 miles
  • 2008 – 20,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,117 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner arches strut towers have corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill front and rear has corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension parts have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner arches strut towers have corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,117 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,117 miles
    Test number
    825218781398
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner arches strut towers have corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill front and rear has corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension parts have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner arches strut towers have corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail145,114 miles (+1,862)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,114 miles
    Test number
    963558493907
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear link arm /front arm to hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner arches strut towers have corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill front and rear has corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension parts have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner arches strut towers have corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass143,252 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    143,252 miles
    Test number
    788721643354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Fail143,251 miles (+6)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,251 miles
    Test number
    916195134076
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Fail143,245 miles (+5,782)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,245 miles
    Test number
    500220765522
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass137,463 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,463 miles
    Test number
    808418940947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail137,449 miles (+10,401)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,449 miles
    Test number
    107677523141
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass127,048 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    127,048 miles
    Test number
    968692686860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass126,994 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    126,994 miles
    Test number
    599417618585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,223 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,223 miles
    Test number
    748902460033
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  11. Fail124,208 miles (+13,485)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,208 miles
    Test number
    795180915984
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes, cylinder to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  12. Pass110,723 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,723 miles
    Test number
    918667327261
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap rusty
  13. Fail110,662 miles (+49)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,662 miles
    Test number
    810525088483
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective EGR pipe to EGR valve blowing (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Tank strap rusty bur still secure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel indicates poor adjustment of rear brakes
  14. Pass110,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,613 miles
    Test number
    715532720756
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in side wall
  15. Fail110,613 miles (+5,193)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,613 miles
    Test number
    760794768226
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in side wall
  16. Pass105,420 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,420 miles
    Test number
    575081167455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,416 miles (+11,766)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,416 miles
    Test number
    119451542064
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)
  18. Pass93,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    538818355071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,650 miles (+10,835)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    947558455024
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  20. Pass82,815 miles (+11,099)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,815 miles
    Test number
    597810964061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront wiper ends split
  21. Pass71,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,716 miles
    Test number
    198193263473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail71,716 miles (+10,615)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,716 miles
    Test number
    609473363021
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass61,101 miles (+7,819)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,101 miles
    Test number
    918101152077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly out of shape
  24. Pass53,282 miles (+9,622)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,282 miles
    Test number
    237969751050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,660 miles (+10,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,660 miles
    Test number
    141482260446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass33,059 miles (+12,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,059 miles
    Test number
    561174469027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass20,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    20,149 miles
    Test number
    320130168035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE53 LPE

Does LE53 LPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE53 LPE expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE53 LPE?
The MOT on LE53 LPE expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE53 LPE done?
LE53 LPE was recorded at 145,117 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 7,091 miles a year.
Has LE53 LPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 LPE has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LE53 LPE 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 LE53 LPE find?
LE53 LPE passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner arches strut towers have corrosion; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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