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GL61 WDS

2012 Land Rover Freelander

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,784 mi
Last recorded61,784 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Freelander72,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 WDS
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 61,784 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 59,060 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 57,054 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 52,738 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 48,983 miles

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

Nearside Front Fuel pipe retaining clip broken but fuel pipe is not insecure at time of testing. Would recommend clip is replaced at earliest opportunity so fuel pipe doesn't become week and thus become insecure.

Fail 25 Jan 2022 48,983 miles

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

Nearside Front Fuel pipe retaining clip broken but fuel pipe is not insecure at time of testing. Would recommend clip is replaced at earliest opportunity so fuel pipe doesn't become week and thus become insecure.

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 45,732 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 43,068 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 39,580 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 36,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 31,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 25,310 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 18,694 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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GL61 WDS is a 2012 Land Rover Freelander in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Land Rover Freelander models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 72,988 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 GL61 WDS, 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 14 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 GL61 WDS?

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What year was GL61 WDS registered?

GL61 WDS is a 2012 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is GL61 WDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 WDS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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