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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,951 cc

LS51 MSUMOT history

LS51 MSU is a blue diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 18 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 140,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LS51 MSU blue 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 Jan 2027
Mileage
140,910 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 MSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 MSU was last recorded at 140,910 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,650 miles · 12 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,260 miles
Average per year
3,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,910 miles
  • 2022 – 139,650 miles
  • 2021 – 138,072 miles
  • 2020 – 132,774 miles
  • 2019 – 129,555 miles
  • 2018 – 126,869 miles
  • 2017 – 123,392 miles
  • 2016 – 120,554 miles
  • 2015 – 116,340 miles
  • 2014 – 110,949 miles
  • 2013 – 105,287 miles
  • 2012 – 101,428 miles
  • 2011 – 94,873 miles
  • 2010 – 91,869 miles
  • 2009 – 86,938 miles
  • 2008 – 81,852 miles
  • 2007 – 75,532 miles
  • 2006 – 64,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,910 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,910 miles (+1,260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    140,910 miles
    Test number
    845578821334
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  2. Pass139,650 miles (+1,578)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,650 miles
    Test number
    548820972007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass138,072 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,072 miles
    Test number
    604731132667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,774 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    132,774 miles
    Test number
    675335198151
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail132,773 miles (+3,218)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,773 miles
    Test number
    839504191222
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,555 miles (+2,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,555 miles
    Test number
    474645643061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass126,869 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    126,869 miles
    Test number
    132842904135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,392 miles (+2,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,392 miles
    Test number
    254393099020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass120,554 miles (+4,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    120,554 miles
    Test number
    579052603933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Inner tread starting to wear.

  10. Pass116,340 miles (+5,391)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,340 miles
    Test number
    367710825157
    • NoteExhaust emits smoke but not excessive

  11. Pass110,949 miles (+5,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    110,949 miles
    Test number
    286898614444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass105,287 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,287 miles
    Test number
    728795683045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail105,287 miles (+3,859)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,287 miles
    Test number
    997345583052
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass101,428 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    101,428 miles
    Test number
    187890212110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,873 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    94,873 miles
    Test number
    368168881001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,869 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,869 miles
    Test number
    221174330443
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail91,869 miles (+4,931)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,869 miles
    Test number
    401230030195
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s outer side step unsecure at fixing points front and rear

  18. Pass86,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,938 miles
    Test number
    514358749161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,938 miles (+5,086)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,938 miles
    Test number
    933056949110
    • DangerousNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Fail81,852 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,852 miles
    Test number
    134654448119
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass81,852 miles (+6,320)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    81,852 miles
    Test number
    240584548431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,532 miles
    Test number
    664504237139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,531 miles (+10,818)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,531 miles
    Test number
    682694137130
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass64,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,713 miles
    Test number
    202785936196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 MSU

Does LS51 MSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 MSU is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 MSU?
The MOT on LS51 MSU is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 MSU done?
LS51 MSU was recorded at 140,910 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 3,873 miles a year.
Has LS51 MSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 MSU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LS51 MSU 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 LS51 MSU find?
LS51 MSU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front exhaust mounting defective; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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