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A5 AWB

2008 Land Rover Freelander

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

129,479 mi
Last recorded129,479 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Freelander93,880 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 AWB
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 129,479 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 124,799 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 124,799 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 115,567 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 109,005 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 102,299 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 95,026 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 87,141 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 79,666 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 63,324 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 56,353 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 47,041 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 38,627 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 30,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 22,589 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Freelander?

Based on 4,326,495 MOT tests across 292,036 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,744
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
292,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 165,047
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 131,090
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 83,015
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 79,584
Stop lamp not working 70,651
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A5 AWB is a 2008 Land Rover Freelander in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Freelander models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 93,880 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Freelander fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 165,047 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 AWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Freelander typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Land Rover Freelander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 AWB?

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What year was A5 AWB registered?

A5 AWB is a 2008 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 23 September 2008.

Is A5 AWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 AWB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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