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Land Rover Freelander

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,951 cc

Y278 MAEMOT history

Y278 MAE is a silver diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 4 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

Y278 MAE silver 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 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
94,333 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 MAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 MAE was last recorded at 94,333 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,333 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,333 miles
  • 2024 – 91,340 miles
  • 2023 – 88,142 miles
  • 2022 – 85,434 miles
  • 2021 – 81,495 miles
  • 2020 – 77,968 miles
  • 2019 – 74,315 miles
  • 2018 – 68,185 miles
  • 2017 – 63,721 miles
  • 2016 – 59,860 miles
  • 2015 – 55,370 miles
  • 2014 – 49,601 miles
  • 2013 – 43,657 miles
  • 2012 – 37,860 miles
  • 2011 – 34,184 miles
  • 2010 – 29,831 miles
  • 2009 – 26,214 miles
  • 2008 – 25,018 miles
  • 2007 – 22,879 miles
  • 2006 – 19,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,333 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Coolant bottle empty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,333 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    94,333 miles
    Test number
    226908363414
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail94,333 miles (+2,993)6 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,333 miles
    Test number
    307872538935
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass91,340 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,340 miles
    Test number
    902155377791
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle empty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail91,330 miles (+3,188)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,330 miles
    Test number
    448746355796
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front of floor/ chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle empty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass88,142 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,142 miles
    Test number
    388366640491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly cracked on Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backplate badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail88,138 miles (+2,704)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,138 miles
    Test number
    989840354448
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle empty
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly cracked on Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backplate badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass85,434 miles (+12)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,434 miles
    Test number
    905343241241
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail85,422 miles (+3,927)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,422 miles
    Test number
    631666189659
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass81,495 miles (+3,527)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,495 miles
    Test number
    142719301888
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  10. Pass77,968 miles (+3,653)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,968 miles
    Test number
    796041313200
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner rear of sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff front bush has excessive play but no prop fitted at time of test.

  11. Pass74,315 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    680518279783
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap/guard corroded but not effecting fuel tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail74,312 miles (+6,127)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,312 miles
    Test number
    625616799281
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front floor box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split but still clears the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap/guard corroded but not effecting fuel tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass68,185 miles (+4,464)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,185 miles
    Test number
    819532885443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass63,721 miles (+3,861)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,721 miles
    Test number
    685933395401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,860 miles (+4,490)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,860 miles
    Test number
    275006567246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,370 miles
    Test number
    284266724922
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail55,370 miles (+5,769)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,370 miles
    Test number
    913812182269
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass49,601 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,601 miles
    Test number
    949416564231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail49,601 miles (+5,944)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,601 miles
    Test number
    568876764212
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass43,657 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,657 miles
    Test number
    498023153269
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear diff bush completely deteriorated

  21. Fail43,657 miles (+5,797)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,657 miles
    Test number
    765213453260
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear diff bush completely deteriorated

  22. Pass37,860 miles (+3,676)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,860 miles
    Test number
    317808962480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,184 miles (+4,353)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,184 miles
    Test number
    567310181048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,831 miles (+3,617)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,831 miles
    Test number
    643396170070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,214 miles (+1,196)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,214 miles
    Test number
    302606989065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,018 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,018 miles
    Test number
    254815588004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,879 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,879 miles
    Test number
    281745387023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,829 miles
    Test number
    461931786041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 MAE

Does Y278 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 MAE expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 MAE?
The MOT on Y278 MAE expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 MAE done?
Y278 MAE was recorded at 94,333 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 3,819 miles a year.
Has Y278 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 MAE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y278 MAE 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 Y278 MAE find?
Y278 MAE passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 1 more.

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