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BU51 VTT

2001 Land Rover Freelander

Gold Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,185 mi
Last recorded40,185 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Freelander84,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 VTT
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 40,185 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 39,063 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 37,681 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 37,067 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 35,904 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 34,505 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 33,204 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 31,623 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 29,002 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 26,367 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2008 23,285 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 23,285 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 20,280 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 20,280 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,941 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 14,617 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2005 14,617 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

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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BU51 VTT is a 2001 Land Rover Freelander in Gold with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Freelander models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 84,207 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 BU51 VTT, 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 25 years old, this Land Rover Freelander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 VTT?

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What year was BU51 VTT registered?

BU51 VTT is a 2001 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is BU51 VTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 VTT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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