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Land Rover Freelander

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T491 VVWMOT history

T491 VVW is a gold petrol Land Rover Freelander first used on 4 Aug 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,740 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T491 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T491 VVW was last recorded at 83,740 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,703 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
2,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,740 miles
  • 2025 – 83,703 miles
  • 2024 – 83,675 miles
  • 2023 – 83,309 miles
  • 2022 – 83,288 miles
  • 2021 – 81,616 miles
  • 2020 – 81,298 miles
  • 2019 – 81,201 miles
  • 2018 – 80,161 miles
  • 2017 – 80,137 miles
  • 2016 – 78,617 miles
  • 2015 – 76,960 miles
  • 2013 – 72,040 miles
  • 2012 – 68,206 miles
  • 2011 – 62,080 miles
  • 2010 – 55,481 miles
  • 2009 – 50,751 miles
  • 2008 – 42,929 miles
  • 2007 – 38,965 miles
  • 2006 – 35,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,740 miles
  • AdvisoryDifferential mount rubber deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Exhaust mounting defective Mount detatched.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bush worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Propshaft universal joint worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s edges (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,740 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,740 miles
    Test number
    956229308569
    • AdvisoryDifferential mount rubber deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass83,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,703 miles
    Test number
    194744889116
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Differential rubber mount severely worn

  3. Fail83,703 miles (+28)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,703 miles
    Test number
    705884790231
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Differential rubber mount severely worn

  4. Pass83,675 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,675 miles
    Test number
    606179435742
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Mount detatched. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,634 miles (+325)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,634 miles
    Test number
    193812589107
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Mount detatched. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass83,309 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,309 miles
    Test number
    821078707730
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps rusted

  7. Pass83,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,288 miles
    Test number
    312535700969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail83,286 miles (+1,670)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,286 miles
    Test number
    330098368035
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective in bumper (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  9. Pass81,616 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    81,616 miles
    Test number
    474739916569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,298 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,298 miles
    Test number
    557235541094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,201 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,201 miles
    Test number
    164621451938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,161 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,161 miles
    Test number
    277726505641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,137 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,137 miles
    Test number
    270248068012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    733528124263
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail78,617 miles (+1,657)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    251535414370
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s edges (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass76,960 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    960281990978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,040 miles (+3,834)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,040 miles
    Test number
    106796303232
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass68,206 miles (+6,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,206 miles
    Test number
    398717522215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass62,080 miles (+6,599)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,080 miles
    Test number
    659072321201
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass55,481 miles (+4,730)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,481 miles
    Test number
    723800220156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,751 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,751 miles
    Test number
    121497619178
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass50,751 miles (+7,822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,751 miles
    Test number
    323407119198
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass42,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,929 miles
    Test number
    411534648086
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  24. Fail42,925 miles (+3,960)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,925 miles
    Test number
    814764148043
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass38,965 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,965 miles
    Test number
    683063447049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,760 miles
    Test number
    462301156040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail36,756 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,756 miles
    Test number
    950751056017
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T491 VVW

Does T491 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T491 VVW is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T491 VVW?
The MOT on T491 VVW is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T491 VVW done?
T491 VVW was recorded at 83,740 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,302 miles a year.
Has T491 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T491 VVW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T491 VVW 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 T491 VVW find?
T491 VVW passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: differential mount rubber deteriorated; front exhaust mounting defective.

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