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Land Rover Freelander

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

X231 LGCMOT history

X231 LGC is a grey petrol Land Rover Freelander first used on 28 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

X231 LGC grey 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 Mar 2023
Mileage
99,594 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 LGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X231 LGC was last recorded at 99,594 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 5,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,545 miles · 24 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,049 miles
Average per year
5,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,594 miles
  • 2022 – 94,545 miles
  • 2021 – 89,204 miles
  • 2020 – 84,142 miles
  • 2019 – 77,379 miles
  • 2018 – 71,193 miles
  • 2017 – 62,176 miles
  • 2016 – 54,289 miles
  • 2015 – 44,173 miles
  • 2013 – 37,836 miles
  • 2012 – 32,987 miles
  • 2011 – 28,972 miles
  • 2010 – 25,454 miles
  • 2009 – 21,874 miles
  • 2008 – 18,638 miles
  • 2007 – 16,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,594 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no oil - dipstick dry - noisy engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 215/65/16 98v xl (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear diff assembly heavy wear and play to bushes
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPropshaft removed
  • AdvisoryStrong fuel smell - no leak found

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit - 215/65R16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Prop shaft missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,594 miles (+5,049)13 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,594 miles
    Test number
    510750286013
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no oil - dipstick dry - noisy engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 215/65/16 98v xl (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff assembly heavy wear and play to bushes
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft removed
    • AdvisoryStrong fuel smell - no leak found

  2. Pass94,545 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,545 miles
    Test number
    435096488960
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre in outer shoulder of tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft missing

  3. Fail94,545 miles (+5,341)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,545 miles
    Test number
    368724926908
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre in outer shoulder of tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft missing

  4. Pass89,204 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,204 miles
    Test number
    844432525124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit - 215/65R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft missing

  5. Fail89,203 miles (+5,061)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,203 miles
    Test number
    825415914117
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. NS & OS (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit - 215/65R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft missing

  6. Pass84,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,142 miles
    Test number
    912712449047
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft missisng

  7. Fail84,142 miles (+6,763)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,142 miles
    Test number
    182141930038
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft missisng
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged NS & OS (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Pass77,379 miles (+112)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    938811642275
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear diff mounts deteriorated

  9. Fail77,267 miles (+6,074)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,267 miles
    Test number
    538508148242
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear , rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear diff mounts deteriorated

  10. Pass71,193 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,193 miles
    Test number
    419512430551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryCannot check rear seat belts
    • AdvisoryMovement in rear diff mount

  11. Fail71,193 miles (+9,017)1 failure13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,193 miles
    Test number
    640175801215
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryCannot check rear seat belts
    • AdvisoryMovement in rear diff mount

  12. Pass62,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,176 miles
    Test number
    157255010877
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on nsr and osr brake pipes

  13. Fail62,176 miles (+7,887)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,176 miles
    Test number
    344989443152
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on nsr and osr brake pipes

  14. Pass54,289 miles (+10,116)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,289 miles
    Test number
    561560685439
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear differential mountings
    • AdvisorySlight play in centre propshaft donuts
    • AdvisorySlight play in lower engine mount offside

  15. Pass44,173 miles (+6,337)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,173 miles
    Test number
    228721045098
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail37,836 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,836 miles
    Test number
    298761743234
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass37,836 miles (+4,849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,836 miles
    Test number
    627571043256
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass32,987 miles (+4,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,987 miles
    Test number
    535389042272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Pass28,972 miles (+3,518)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,972 miles
    Test number
    647662131220
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r inside tyre walls starting too crack

  20. Fail25,454 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    441795310271
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp not working

  21. Pass25,454 miles (+3,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    831575910210
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp not working

  22. Pass21,874 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    21,874 miles
    Test number
    184754709153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,638 miles (+1,848)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,638 miles
    Test number
    263576058071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,790 miles
    Test number
    744803417031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 LGC

Does X231 LGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 LGC expired on 29 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 LGC?
The MOT on X231 LGC expired on 29 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 LGC done?
X231 LGC was recorded at 99,594 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 5,103 miles a year.
Has X231 LGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 LGC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on X231 LGC 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 X231 LGC find?
X231 LGC failed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 13 major defects and 10 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; emissions unable to be completed no oil - dipstick dry - noisy engine, and 20 more.

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