2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Freelander E S/w models manufactured in 2004, based on 63 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w MOT Analysis
The 2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w has an MOT pass rate of 61.9% based on 63 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 59,133 miles on the odometer. With a 38.1% failure rate, the 2004 Freelander E S/w is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w is Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions, responsible for 3.2% of failures. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs range from £100–1,000+. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 1.6%.
Top failures specific to 2004 models only. The overall Freelander E S/w page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 3.2% | 2 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 59,133 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.54 | 3.2% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.27 | 1.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w has an MOT pass rate of 61.9% based on 63 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 59,133 miles on the odometer. With a 38.1% failure rate, the 2004 Freelander E S/w is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to exhaust, fuel and emissions: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help. At 59,133 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions — 3.2% of failures
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on 2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 1.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 2004 Land Rover Freelander E S/w models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.