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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,795 cc

S40 ESSMOT history

S40 ESS is a blue petrol Land Rover Freelander first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 77,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

S40 ESS 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 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,071 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ESS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,795 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ESS was last recorded at 77,071 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,066 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,071 miles
  • 2025 – 75,895 miles
  • 2024 – 75,862 miles
  • 2023 – 75,534 miles
  • 2022 – 74,620 miles
  • 2021 – 74,083 miles
  • 2020 – 73,884 miles
  • 2018 – 73,634 miles
  • 2017 – 70,412 miles
  • 2016 – 68,453 miles
  • 2015 – 67,096 miles
  • 2014 – 65,117 miles
  • 2013 – 63,741 miles
  • 2012 – 61,923 miles
  • 2011 – 59,456 miles
  • 2009 – 56,773 miles
  • 2008 – 49,586 miles
  • 2007 – 45,278 miles
  • 2006 – 42,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,071 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,071 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,071 miles
    Test number
    935646129003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,066 miles (+1,171)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,066 miles
    Test number
    724477341087
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  3. Pass75,895 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    75,895 miles
    Test number
    920388605728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,862 miles (+328)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,862 miles
    Test number
    636023167358
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner and o/s/r outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,534 miles (+914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,534 miles
    Test number
    310176177900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,620 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,620 miles
    Test number
    338876100141
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail74,620 miles (+537)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,620 miles
    Test number
    382606823318
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass74,083 miles (+199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,083 miles
    Test number
    881079762622
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff front mounting rubber worn

  9. Pass73,884 miles (+250)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,884 miles
    Test number
    606767258472
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff front mounting bush worn

  10. Pass73,634 miles (+24)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    73,634 miles
    Test number
    415925501521
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail73,610 miles (+625)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,610 miles
    Test number
    849480953127
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Near wheel arch. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass72,985 miles (+2,573)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,985 miles
    Test number
    528126385329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Not affecting the braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Pass70,412 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,412 miles
    Test number
    262315746910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail70,412 miles (+1,959)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,412 miles
    Test number
    471863979020
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass68,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,453 miles
    Test number
    537220748460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail68,453 miles (+1,357)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,453 miles
    Test number
    667425777997
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured leading (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

  17. Fail67,096 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,096 miles
    Test number
    367598005069
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass67,096 miles (+1,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,096 miles
    Test number
    916368305076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass65,117 miles (+1,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,117 miles
    Test number
    906301514087
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass63,741 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,741 miles
    Test number
    126605903015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,923 miles (+2,467)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,923 miles
    Test number
    105697902074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass59,456 miles (+2,683)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,456 miles
    Test number
    375368701062
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass56,773 miles (+3,181)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    470173559313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,592 miles
    Test number
    261235709096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,592 miles (+4,006)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,592 miles
    Test number
    273015009005
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass49,586 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,586 miles
    Test number
    100574208481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail49,586 miles (+4,308)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,586 miles
    Test number
    322654308083
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass45,278 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    45,278 miles
    Test number
    141169307455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail45,273 miles (+2,977)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,273 miles
    Test number
    681438107006
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake travel could be reduced

  30. Pass42,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,296 miles
    Test number
    153200026467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail42,296 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,296 miles
    Test number
    590579916067
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Questions about S40 ESS

Does S40 ESS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 ESS is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 ESS?
The MOT on S40 ESS is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 ESS done?
S40 ESS was recorded at 77,071 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 1,739 miles a year.
Has S40 ESS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ESS has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 ESS 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 S40 ESS find?
S40 ESS passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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