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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,997 cc

W228 EBEMOT history

W228 EBE is a blue diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 31 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 163,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2023.

W228 EBE blue Land Rover Freelander – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Freelander, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2024
Mileage
163,140 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 EBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 EBE was last recorded at 163,140 miles on 30 Jun 2023, 8,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,972 miles · 8 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
8,168 miles
Average per year
6,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,140 miles
  • 2022 – 154,972 miles
  • 2021 – 147,349 miles
  • 2020 – 141,424 miles
  • 2018 – 136,799 miles
  • 2017 – 133,004 miles
  • 2016 – 128,875 miles
  • 2015 – 123,168 miles
  • 2014 – 117,688 miles
  • 2013 – 109,906 miles
  • 2012 – 102,342 miles
  • 2011 – 94,039 miles
  • 2010 – 85,442 miles
  • 2009 – 76,548 miles
  • 2007 – 66,384 miles
  • 2006 – 46,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,140 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear rear diff leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel tank slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear diff oil seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,140 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    163,140 miles
    Test number
    650760774811
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail163,140 miles (+8,168)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,140 miles
    Test number
    648147753119
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass154,972 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    154,972 miles
    Test number
    494640998788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear diff leaking oil

  4. Fail154,954 miles (+7,605)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,954 miles
    Test number
    166853767951
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear diff leaking oil

  5. Pass147,349 miles (+17)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    147,349 miles
    Test number
    377931947286
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil seal leaking

  6. Fail147,332 miles (+5,908)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,332 miles
    Test number
    758340791475
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil seal leaking

  7. Pass141,424 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    141,424 miles
    Test number
    537936312397
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged SLIGHT DAMAGE BUT VIEW TO REAR OK (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose FUEL TANK OVER COVER CORRODED (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail141,424 miles (+4,625)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,424 miles
    Test number
    145001952481
    • DangerousFuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire both fuel tank straps corroded and broken (6.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass broken but view to rear ok (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear diff seals leaking
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp missing rear box
    • AdvisoryHill decent light staying on

  9. Pass136,799 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,799 miles
    Test number
    264198683441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,004 miles (+4,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    133,004 miles
    Test number
    330856834107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak diff driveshaft seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak diff driveshaft seal

  11. Pass128,875 miles (+5,707)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    128,875 miles
    Test number
    419627139761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,168 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,168 miles
    Test number
    357543615074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass123,168 miles (+5,480)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    123,168 miles
    Test number
    819653415017
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass117,688 miles (+7,782)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    117,688 miles
    Test number
    787833914095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust pipe highly corroded

  15. Pass109,906 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    109,906 miles
    Test number
    966104313021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,776 miles (+7,434)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,776 miles
    Test number
    475580213090
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass102,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    102,342 miles
    Test number
    165860712493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,342 miles (+8,303)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,342 miles
    Test number
    299379502079
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass94,039 miles (+8,597)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    94,039 miles
    Test number
    106090111409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    85,442 miles
    Test number
    234254600015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,442 miles (+8,894)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,442 miles
    Test number
    983264400091
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass76,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    562496809014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail76,547 miles (+10,163)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,547 miles
    Test number
    822336709053
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  24. Pass66,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,384 miles
    Test number
    724844457344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,384 miles (+9,744)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,384 miles
    Test number
    923144557390
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Fail56,640 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,640 miles
    Test number
    133495417421
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass56,640 miles (+10,198)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    56,640 miles
    Test number
    254655917066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    46,442 miles
    Test number
    982731516073
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about W228 EBE

Does W228 EBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 EBE expired on 29 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 EBE?
The MOT on W228 EBE expired on 29 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 EBE done?
W228 EBE was recorded at 163,140 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2023, an average of 6,682 miles a year.
Has W228 EBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 EBE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on W228 EBE 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 W228 EBE find?
W228 EBE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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