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R314 BAC

1997 Land Rover Freelander

White Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,248 mi
Last recorded44,248 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Freelander94,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR314 BAC
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 44,248 miles

chassis/ sills and floor/pan dented

Pass 18 Oct 2013 43,781 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 43,764 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 42,076 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 41,150 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 41,146 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 39,950 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 39,950 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 39,130 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 38,173 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 37,781 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

no rear seats fitted

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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R314 BAC is a 1997 Land Rover Freelander in White with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Land Rover Freelander models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 94,239 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 R314 BAC, 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 29 years old, this Land Rover Freelander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R314 BAC registered?

R314 BAC is a 1997 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R314 BAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R314 BAC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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