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AF08 NWS

2008 Land Rover Freelander

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

125,102 mi
Last recorded125,102 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Freelander93,880 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 NWS
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 125,102 miles

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 123,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 123,050 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 23 Sep 2022 121,785 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 120,367 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 117,405 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 113,503 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 108,042 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 103,914 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 99,061 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 99,056 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 99,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 95,206 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 79,049 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 65,289 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 52,350 miles

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

nearside also offside tyre condition - tread 4mm uneven tyre wear on inner and outer edges

Pass 18 Feb 2011 44,824 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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AF08 NWS is a 2008 Land Rover Freelander in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AF08 NWS, 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 AF08 NWS?

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What year was AF08 NWS registered?

AF08 NWS is a 2008 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AF08 NWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 NWS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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