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VF12 JJU

2012 Land Rover Freelander

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,381 mi
Last recorded152,381 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Freelander72,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF12 JJU
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 152,381 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 152,379 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 145,738 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 145,736 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 136,736 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 125,128 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen chipped.

Pass 22 Sep 2022 106,022 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 97,790 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 92,077 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 82,073 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 72,248 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 63,707 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 56,945 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,933 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 43,800 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 43,800 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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VF12 JJU is a 2012 Land Rover Freelander in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VF12 JJU, 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.

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What year was VF12 JJU registered?

VF12 JJU is a 2012 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 22 June 2012.

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