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Land Rover Freelander

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,497 cc

Y281 PLHMOT history

Y281 PLH is a blue petrol Land Rover Freelander first used on 28 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 50,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

Y281 PLH 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 27 Oct 2023
Mileage
50,783 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 PLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Freelander
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 PLH was last recorded at 50,783 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 3,310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,473 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3,310 miles
Average per year
2,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 50,783 miles
  • 2021 – 47,473 miles
  • 2020 – 38,910 miles
  • 2019 – 36,647 miles
  • 2018 – 34,165 miles
  • 2017 – 31,931 miles
  • 2016 – 29,187 miles
  • 2015 – 28,375 miles
  • 2014 – 27,415 miles
  • 2013 – 26,315 miles
  • 2012 – 25,342 miles
  • 2011 – 24,240 miles
  • 2010 – 22,070 miles
  • 2009 – 20,213 miles
  • 2008 – 18,487 miles
  • 2007 – 16,551 miles
  • 2006 – 13,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,783 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust flexi deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,783 miles (+3,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,783 miles
    Test number
    203999419408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass47,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,473 miles
    Test number
    885604355019
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  3. Fail47,473 miles (+8,563)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,473 miles
    Test number
    928230570518
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Pass38,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    38,910 miles
    Test number
    254971660769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,910 miles (+2,263)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,910 miles
    Test number
    663613484674
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass36,647 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    488764164389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Fail36,647 miles (+2,482)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    505739547416
    • DangerousSteering rack likely to become detached o/s bolts loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass34,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    34,165 miles
    Test number
    632471508275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,165 miles (+2,234)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,165 miles
    Test number
    723538003379
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass31,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,931 miles
    Test number
    734578153762
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

  11. Fail31,931 miles (+2,744)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,931 miles
    Test number
    272318156519
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure steering arm (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure steering arm (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass29,187 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,187 miles
    Test number
    397505230112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    316799805297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail28,375 miles (+960)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    376838105278
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

  15. Pass27,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,415 miles
    Test number
    775200304253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,415 miles (+1,100)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,415 miles
    Test number
    898450304258
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass26,315 miles (+973)3 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,315 miles
    Test number
    187604393131
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre rear upper stop lamp disconnected at time off test [?]
    • NoteComplete exhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • NoteDiff leaking from front seal
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing unevenly
    • NoteTyre pressures need checked

  18. Pass25,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,342 miles
    Test number
    616436802280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,342 miles (+1,102)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,342 miles
    Test number
    386533602468
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc is red due to brake binding

  20. Pass24,240 miles (+2,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,240 miles
    Test number
    465847191137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass22,070 miles (+1,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,070 miles
    Test number
    210178490150
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass20,213 miles (+1,726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,213 miles
    Test number
    411389999186
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass18,487 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,487 miles
    Test number
    942863438232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,551 miles (+3,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    16,551 miles
    Test number
    994626817253
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass13,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    13,482 miles
    Test number
    201265406226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y281 PLH

Does Y281 PLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 PLH expired on 27 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 PLH?
The MOT on Y281 PLH expired on 27 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 PLH done?
Y281 PLH was recorded at 50,783 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 2,294 miles a year.
Has Y281 PLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 PLH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on Y281 PLH 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 Y281 PLH find?
Y281 PLH passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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