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AD08 BUF

2008 Land Rover Freelander

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

179,688 mi
Last recorded179,688 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Freelander93,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 BUF
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 179,688 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 159,392 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 151,769 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 144,570 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 137,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 122,753 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 107,275 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 92,878 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 79,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 66,070 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Feb 2015 66,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 57,428 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 47,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 38,283 miles

Front wiper blades slightly worn but still clearing the windscreen effectively

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 32,451 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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AD08 BUF is a 2008 Land Rover Freelander in Silver 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 AD08 BUF, 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.

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What year was AD08 BUF registered?

AD08 BUF is a 2008 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is AD08 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 BUF 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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