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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,179 cc

T5 VLCMOT history

T5 VLC is a blue diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 31 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 173,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
173,462 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 VLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 VLC was last recorded at 173,462 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 3,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Mar 2018: 116,188 miles, lower than 116,780 miles on 26 Mar 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
169,718 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,744 miles
Average per year
8,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,462 miles
  • 2025 – 169,718 miles
  • 2024 – 164,493 miles
  • 2023 – 158,437 miles
  • 2022 – 150,585 miles
  • 2021 – 144,857 miles
  • 2020 – 142,287 miles
  • 2019 – 137,031 miles
  • 2018 – 116,188 miles
  • 2016 – 96,462 miles
  • 2015 – 81,668 miles
  • 2014 – 75,513 miles
  • 2013 – 70,179 miles
  • 2012 – 60,783 miles
  • 2011 – 51,110 miles
  • 2010 – 36,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,462 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake only just met pass level

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front tyre slight wearing on the outside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,462 miles (+3,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    173,462 miles
    Test number
    675829366972
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,718 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    169,718 miles
    Test number
    606460848169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,631 miles (+5,138)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,631 miles
    Test number
    874033483510
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass164,493 miles (+89)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    164,493 miles
    Test number
    237299330347
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail164,404 miles (+5,967)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,404 miles
    Test number
    472862501340
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass158,437 miles (+7,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    158,437 miles
    Test number
    938696503366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass150,585 miles (+5,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    150,585 miles
    Test number
    442308778715
    • AdvisoryOffside Front very slight play in anti roll bar drop link ball joint
    • AdvisoryGeneral minor oil leaks

  8. Pass144,857 miles (+2,570)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,857 miles
    Test number
    181030912472
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator fading
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear indicator fading
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror cracked

  9. Pass142,287 miles (+5,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    142,287 miles
    Test number
    728690947820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrakes juddering slightly under test

  10. Pass137,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    137,031 miles
    Test number
    432242063468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail137,031 miles (+20,843)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,031 miles
    Test number
    810897879753
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass116,188 miles (-592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,188 miles
    Test number
    504636228833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met pass level

  13. Fail116,780 miles (+20,318)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,780 miles
    Test number
    746822518506
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met pass level

  14. Pass96,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,462 miles
    Test number
    533338849093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight wearing on the outside

  15. Fail96,462 miles (+14,794)7 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,462 miles
    Test number
    238125345328
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight wearing on the outside

  16. Pass81,668 miles (+6,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,668 miles
    Test number
    966244945298
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass75,513 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,513 miles
    Test number
    825478644099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,179 miles (+9,396)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    828389313027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,783 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,783 miles
    Test number
    855788422087
    • 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)

  20. Fail60,783 miles (+9,673)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,783 miles
    Test number
    797328122058
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass51,110 miles (+14,572)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,110 miles
    Test number
    566742331061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,538 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,538 miles
    Test number
    913597320050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail36,538 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,538 miles
    Test number
    374100220032
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T5 VLC

Does T5 VLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 VLC is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 VLC?
The MOT on T5 VLC is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 VLC done?
T5 VLC was recorded at 173,462 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 8,507 miles a year.
Has T5 VLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 VLC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 VLC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 VLC find?
T5 VLC passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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