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AO05 OVF

2005 Land Rover Freelander

Black Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

133,114 mi
Last recorded133,114 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Land Rover Freelander84,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 OVF
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 133,114 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 133,112 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 129,671 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 125,517 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 125,517 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 123,775 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 122,529 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 121,443 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 119,833 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 119,833 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

rear diff front mount has slight play

Pass 25 Feb 2019 116,841 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 106,830 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 102,710 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

fuel tank cradle corroded

Fail 15 Mar 2017 102,710 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel tank cradle corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2016 98,898 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 95,987 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 91,569 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 83,216 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 79,335 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 72,046 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 65,162 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 55,267 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 41,260 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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AO05 OVF is a 2005 Land Rover Freelander in Black with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Land Rover Freelander models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 84,354 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 AO05 OVF, 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 21 years old, this Land Rover Freelander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO05 OVF registered?

AO05 OVF is a 2005 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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The MOT history for AO05 OVF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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