Land Rover Freelander MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

17.8%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Land Rover Freelander vehicles
Based on 146 MOT tests
10.2pp below the UK average (28%)

Land Rover Freelander shows good reliability at this age, with a 17.8% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Land Rover Freelander are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 8.0%
Brakes 4.7%
Suspension 2.9%
Steering 2.6%
Tyres 1.5%
Visibility 0.8%
Body & Chassis 0.8%

How Does This Compare?

Land Rover Freelander MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
3-5 years 17.8% 146 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 20.5% 154,531 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 31.9% 266,587 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 45.7% 157,504 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Land Rover Freelander reliable?

Yes. Based on 146 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Land Rover Freelander vehicles have a 17.8% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Land Rover Freelander?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 8.0% failure risk
  • Brakes — 4.7% failure risk
  • Suspension — 2.9% failure risk

How can I prepare my Land Rover Freelander for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Land Rover Freelander, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Land Rover Freelander Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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