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Land Rover Freelander

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,951 cc

LM05 BFUMOT history

LM05 BFU is a black diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 25 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

LM05 BFU black 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 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,578 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BFU
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
25 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BFU was last recorded at 82,578 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,578 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,578 miles
  • 2024 – 77,068 miles
  • 2023 – 72,660 miles
  • 2022 – 65,833 miles
  • 2021 – 58,300 miles
  • 2020 – 49,944 miles
  • 2019 – 37,616 miles
  • 2018 – 35,819 miles
  • 2017 – 34,042 miles
  • 2016 – 30,174 miles
  • 2015 – 25,835 miles
  • 2014 – 22,634 miles
  • 2013 – 20,672 miles
  • 2012 – 17,618 miles
  • 2011 – 15,662 miles
  • 2010 – 13,725 miles
  • 2009 – 10,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,578 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust hanger brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front, worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,578 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,578 miles
    Test number
    919590814868
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  2. Fail82,578 miles (+5,510)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,578 miles
    Test number
    887691172506
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps All (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working Both outer (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front, worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass77,068 miles (+4,408)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,068 miles
    Test number
    311416555357
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front, worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass72,660 miles (+6,827)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,660 miles
    Test number
    976000789679
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  5. Pass65,833 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    800826900674
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront mount on rear diff deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  6. Fail65,833 miles (+7,533)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    759298246477
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Forward bush bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront mount on rear diff deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Pass58,300 miles (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,300 miles
    Test number
    485859331840
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Fail58,230 miles (+8,286)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,230 miles
    Test number
    586853588097
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass49,944 miles (+12,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    134573001033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass37,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,616 miles
    Test number
    872723458785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail37,616 miles (+1,797)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,616 miles
    Test number
    276834231998
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass35,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    35,819 miles
    Test number
    705260061135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  13. Fail35,819 miles (+1,777)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,819 miles
    Test number
    855981688659
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  14. Pass34,042 miles (+3,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    34,042 miles
    Test number
    378091086251
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE FRONT MOUNT BREAKING UP

  15. Pass30,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,174 miles
    Test number
    902276166247
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE FRONT BUSH BROKEN UP

  16. Fail30,174 miles (+4,339)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,174 miles
    Test number
    224748557868
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed ALL FOUR TYRE TREAD CRACKING UP BADLY (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE FRONT BUSH BROKEN UP

  17. Fail25,835 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,835 miles
    Test number
    229163235092
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack
    • NoteRear diff mount broken up

  18. Pass25,835 miles (+3,201)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    25,835 miles
    Test number
    425103635005
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack
    • NoteRear diff mount broken up

  19. Pass22,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    22,634 miles
    Test number
    897349344041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,634 miles (+1,962)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,634 miles
    Test number
    726198644043
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass20,672 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,672 miles
    Test number
    765021533022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    17,618 miles
    Test number
    508827332059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail17,618 miles (+1,956)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,618 miles
    Test number
    879117732032
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass15,662 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    15,662 miles
    Test number
    656217451030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,725 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    13,725 miles
    Test number
    383498050048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    10,310 miles
    Test number
    302558159057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BFU

Does LM05 BFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 BFU is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BFU?
The MOT on LM05 BFU is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 BFU done?
LM05 BFU was recorded at 82,578 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 4,334 miles a year.
Has LM05 BFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BFU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 BFU 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 LM05 BFU find?
LM05 BFU passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear exhaust hanger broken; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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