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YF61 VXU

2012 Land Rover Freelander

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,237 mi
Last recorded120,237 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Freelander72,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 VXU
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 120,237 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 108,242 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 108,239 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2021 98,161 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 98,161 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 94,432 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 93,862 miles

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 7 Nov 2019 93,632 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 3 Nov 2018 77,761 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 71,864 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 71,752 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 63,350 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 63,338 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 55,672 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 45,492 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YF61 VXU is a 2012 Land Rover Freelander in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YF61 VXU, 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 YF61 VXU?

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What year was YF61 VXU registered?

YF61 VXU is a 2012 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is YF61 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 VXU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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