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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,951 cc

Y271 METMOT history

Y271 MET is a blue diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 151,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

Y271 MET blue Land Rover Freelander – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Freelander, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
151,503 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y271 MET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y271 MET was last recorded at 151,503 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 1,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,139 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,364 miles
Average per year
2,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,503 miles
  • 2024 – 150,139 miles
  • 2023 – 148,919 miles
  • 2022 – 147,533 miles
  • 2021 – 146,107 miles
  • 2020 – 144,723 miles
  • 2019 – 143,477 miles
  • 2018 – 142,080 miles
  • 2017 – 140,486 miles
  • 2016 – 137,791 miles
  • 2015 – 136,388 miles
  • 2014 – 135,204 miles
  • 2013 – 132,901 miles
  • 2012 – 129,895 miles
  • 2011 – 126,900 miles
  • 2010 – 123,601 miles
  • 2009 – 118,789 miles
  • 2008 – 114,264 miles
  • 2007 – 110,637 miles
  • 2006 – 106,206 miles
  • 2005 – 98,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,503 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear diff ( front mount defective )

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive front box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded Both fronts.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,503 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    151,503 miles
    Test number
    763082242037
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,502 miles (+1,363)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,502 miles
    Test number
    198579633610
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.63ppm see sheet (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,139 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    150,139 miles
    Test number
    410248781647
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff ( front mount defective )

  4. Fail150,138 miles (+1,219)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,138 miles
    Test number
    645889612708
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff ( front mount defective )

  5. Pass148,919 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,919 miles
    Test number
    986016077826
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff ( front mount defective )

  6. Fail148,918 miles (+1,385)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,918 miles
    Test number
    384359933294
    • MajorNearside Parking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,533 miles (+1,426)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,533 miles
    Test number
    827048856291
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both fronts. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension strut top bearing is showing some signs of wear.
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system rear silencer is corroded and blowing slightly.

  8. Pass146,107 miles (+1,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,107 miles
    Test number
    537973380544
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both fronts. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass144,723 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,723 miles
    Test number
    805365543931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail144,706 miles (+1,229)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,706 miles
    Test number
    591489250104
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass143,477 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,477 miles
    Test number
    685814312318
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail143,475 miles (+1,395)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,475 miles
    Test number
    878616531432
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass142,080 miles (+17)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    142,080 miles
    Test number
    702448380189
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear of arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear of suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail142,063 miles (+1,577)2 major2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,063 miles
    Test number
    785607122941
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear of arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear of suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass140,486 miles (+2,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,486 miles
    Test number
    397658999207
    • AdvisoryThe front number plate is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryThe fuel tank support bracket assembly is corroded.
    • AdvisoryThe off side front suspension strut upper mounting bearing is deteriorated.

  16. Pass137,791 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    137,791 miles
    Test number
    460116185316
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryThe fuel tank support bracket is heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryThe off side front suspension strut upper bearing is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryThe off side rear brake pipe is showing some signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryThe rear differential rubber mounting is deteriorated.

  17. Fail137,771 miles (+1,383)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,771 miles
    Test number
    461524381730
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryThe fuel tank support bracket is heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryThe off side front suspension strut upper bearing is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryThe off side rear brake pipe is showing some signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryThe rear differential rubber mounting is deteriorated.

  18. Pass136,388 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    136,388 miles
    Test number
    534628217413
    • AdvisoryAll front to rears,and rear Brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe corroded

  19. Fail136,382 miles (+1,178)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,382 miles
    Test number
    658003168445
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded To front of wheel , area corroded and weakened (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAll front to rears,and rear Brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe corroded

  20. Pass135,204 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    135,204 miles
    Test number
    376748014334
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail135,204 miles (+2,303)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,204 miles
    Test number
    458148814438
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass132,901 miles (+3,006)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    132,901 miles
    Test number
    776712113333
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn low.

  23. Pass129,895 miles (+2,995)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    129,895 miles
    Test number
    287952412312
    • NoteThe near side rear tyre was found to be underinflated at the time of test. It has now been inflated to the correct pressure but needs to be monitored.
    • NoteThe off side and near side front brakes are binding very slightly.
    • NoteThe off side and near side front tyres are showing some wear.

  24. Pass126,900 miles (+3,299)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    126,900 miles
    Test number
    207307201363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass123,601 miles (+4,812)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    123,601 miles
    Test number
    741994610386
    • Note2x front to rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.
    • NoteThe exhaust system mounting brackets showing signs of corrosion.
    • NoteThe front brake discs showing signs of wear.

  26. Pass118,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    118,789 miles
    Test number
    783162329300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail118,789 miles (+4,525)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,789 miles
    Test number
    483301929416
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass114,264 miles (+3,627)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    114,264 miles
    Test number
    644791118333
    • NoteThe front brake pads appear worn low.

  29. Pass110,637 miles (+4,431)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    151505907346
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear lowish.
    • NoteFront discs showing signs of wear.

  30. Pass106,206 miles (+7,516)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    106,206 miles
    Test number
    913842916357
    • NoteThe off side and near side rear tyres are showing signs of wear.

  31. Pass98,690 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    98,690 miles
    Test number
    403074735494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail98,687 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,687 miles
    Test number
    940563635353
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y271 MET

Does Y271 MET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y271 MET is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y271 MET?
The MOT on Y271 MET is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y271 MET done?
Y271 MET was recorded at 151,503 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 2,650 miles a year.
Has Y271 MET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y271 MET has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y271 MET 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 Y271 MET find?
Y271 MET passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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