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Land Rover Freelander

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T42 BFXMOT history

T42 BFX is a green diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 155,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2023
Mileage
155,092 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2023
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 BFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T42 BFX was last recorded at 155,092 miles on 6 Nov 2023, 210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,882 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
210 miles
Average per year
4,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,092 miles
  • 2022 – 150,944 miles
  • 2021 – 147,113 miles
  • 2020 – 143,597 miles
  • 2019 – 137,000 miles
  • 2017 – 116,698 miles
  • 2016 – 113,441 miles
  • 2015 – 110,103 miles
  • 2014 – 106,717 miles
  • 2013 – 103,428 miles
  • 2012 – 99,780 miles
  • 2011 – 96,079 miles
  • 2010 – 92,507 miles
  • 2009 – 88,217 miles
  • 2008 – 84,268 miles
  • 2007 – 80,748 miles
  • 2006 – 77,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,092 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (subframe) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside outter sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear drive shaft seal has slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail155,092 miles (+210)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,092 miles
    Test number
    325481353794
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (subframe) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outter sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,882 miles (+3,938)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,882 miles
    Test number
    959885555140
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad anti squeal shims touching brake discs

  3. Pass150,944 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    150,944 miles
    Test number
    751336426924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail150,943 miles (+3,830)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,943 miles
    Test number
    992173616985
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,113 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,113 miles
    Test number
    670959249575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive shaft seal has slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly binding slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail147,109 miles (+3,512)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,109 miles
    Test number
    572510285582
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front short tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive shaft seal has slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly binding slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass143,597 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,597 miles
    Test number
    606798116031
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded

  8. Fail143,596 miles (+6,596)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,596 miles
    Test number
    794193673544
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill and out rigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass137,000 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,000 miles
    Test number
    868004363730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,981 miles1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,981 miles
    Test number
    383031389103
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    731471178009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    594623648650
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases underbody pipe (7.1.2)

  13. Pass116,698 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,698 miles
    Test number
    698193028633
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail116,698 miles (+3,257)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,698 miles
    Test number
    664716820626
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass113,441 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    113,441 miles
    Test number
    212947213746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear out of shape
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail113,441 miles (+3,338)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,441 miles
    Test number
    564223171281
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear out of shape
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass110,103 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    110,103 miles
    Test number
    328894685032
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail110,103 miles (+3,386)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,103 miles
    Test number
    686614085055
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass106,717 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    106,717 miles
    Test number
    147176184429
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  20. Fail106,717 miles (+3,289)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,717 miles
    Test number
    386236484048
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  21. Pass103,428 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    103,428 miles
    Test number
    105237383039
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail103,423 miles (+3,643)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,423 miles
    Test number
    165591583487
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  23. Pass99,780 miles (+30)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,780 miles
    Test number
    467324182094
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail99,750 miles (+3,671)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,750 miles
    Test number
    769233482006
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass96,079 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    96,079 miles
    Test number
    837682381077
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail96,074 miles (+3,567)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,074 miles
    Test number
    708411281079
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear diff (front mount) rubber bush deteriorated/split.

  27. Pass92,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    92,507 miles
    Test number
    832754980002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,507 miles (+4,290)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,507 miles
    Test number
    884372880095
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass88,217 miles (+3,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    88,217 miles
    Test number
    140582089443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass84,268 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,268 miles
    Test number
    820170878063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass80,748 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,748 miles
    Test number
    710175767009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass77,033 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    77,033 miles
    Test number
    924866776025
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise e,g,r, valve disconnected

  33. Fail77,033 miles4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,033 miles
    Test number
    571554976001
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise egr valve disconected

Questions about T42 BFX

Does T42 BFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T42 BFX expired on 7 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T42 BFX?
The MOT on T42 BFX expired on 7 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T42 BFX done?
T42 BFX was recorded at 155,092 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2023, an average of 4,424 miles a year.
Has T42 BFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 BFX has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T42 BFX 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 T42 BFX find?
T42 BFX failed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2023 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount; nearside rear upper suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, and 8 more.

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