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Land Rover Freelander

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,997 cc

S38 HWWMOT history

S38 HWW is a green diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 2 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 159,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2023
Mileage
159,916 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 HWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 HWW was last recorded at 159,916 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 92 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,824 miles · 1 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
92 miles
Average per year
5,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 159,916 miles
  • 2021 – 159,824 miles
  • 2020 – 158,952 miles
  • 2019 – 157,612 miles
  • 2018 – 155,152 miles
  • 2017 – 151,344 miles
  • 2016 – 144,113 miles
  • 2015 – 136,996 miles
  • 2011 – 128,115 miles
  • 2010 – 115,287 miles
  • 2009 – 103,543 miles
  • 2007 – 86,735 miles
  • 2006 – 82,245 miles
  • 2005 – 71,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,916 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Spare tyre defective flat

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Oil leak diff oil seal leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear differential rubber mounts weak/splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,916 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    159,916 miles
    Test number
    677658065387
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,824 miles (+872)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,824 miles
    Test number
    275745349329
    • DangerousAxle insecure such that stability is impaired rear diff mounting bushes (5.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,952 miles (+1,340)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    158,952 miles
    Test number
    998740674974
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  4. Pass157,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,612 miles
    Test number
    705118823098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail157,612 miles (+2,460)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,612 miles
    Test number
    113327147845
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam such that the stub axle is likely to become insecure diff (5.1.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass155,152 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    155,152 miles
    Test number
    606970358518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak diff oil seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisoryBoth rear differential rubber mounts weak/splitting

  7. Fail155,152 miles (+3,808)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,152 miles
    Test number
    153407276665
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill corroded/holed (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill corroded/holed (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak diff oil seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisoryBoth rear differential rubber mounts weak/splitting

  8. Pass151,344 miles (+7,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    151,344 miles
    Test number
    748015040401
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass144,113 miles (+7,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    144,113 miles
    Test number
    188515220514
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass136,996 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    136,996 miles
    Test number
    438243925105
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail136,996 miles (+8,881)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,996 miles
    Test number
    545082125103
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass128,115 miles (+105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    128,115 miles
    Test number
    317559771205
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail128,010 miles (+12,723)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,010 miles
    Test number
    389552191124
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  14. Pass115,287 miles (+11,744)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    115,287 miles
    Test number
    522505360138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,543 miles (+16,808)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    103,543 miles
    Test number
    273414969100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    86,735 miles
    Test number
    951623827232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,735 miles (+4,490)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,735 miles
    Test number
    590059917216
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass82,245 miles (+10,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    82,245 miles
    Test number
    904958836347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass71,375 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    71,375 miles
    Test number
    484787135434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear light lens cracked but no white light showing

  20. Fail71,364 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,364 miles
    Test number
    894525635368
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear light lens cracked but no white light showing

Questions about S38 HWW

Does S38 HWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S38 HWW expired on 17 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S38 HWW?
The MOT on S38 HWW expired on 17 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S38 HWW done?
S38 HWW was recorded at 159,916 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 5,489 miles a year.
Has S38 HWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 HWW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S38 HWW 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 S38 HWW find?
S38 HWW passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 1 advisory: suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area.

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