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LAND ROVER FREELANDER (2015)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 65 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

86%

Total Tests (2024)

65

Avg Mileage

85,239 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,900

Is the 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the LAND ROVER brand average of 90%.

At 9 years old, 86% of LAND ROVER FREELANDERs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 65 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 85,239 miles.

How does the 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER compare?

Rank among all 2015 cars291th out of 559(top 52%)
Rank among all LAND ROVER models483th out of 630(top 77%)
vs national average+4% (82% avg)
vs 2015 cars average+3% (83% avg)
vs LAND ROVER average-4% (90% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER has 85,239 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a LAND ROVER FREELANDER?

The most reliable year is the 2014 model with a 87% MOT pass rate, while the 1999 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2015 sits between the two at 86%.

How much does a 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2179cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,900
Per month£158/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

LAND ROVER FREELANDER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201697%3672,523 mi
201586%6585,239 mi
201487%20,75787,532 mi
201384%24,90798,887 mi
201282%19,560105,189 mi
201182%23,668116,048 mi
201079%27,204122,863 mi
200978%19,565128,647 mi
200876%22,059137,409 mi
200775%28,740142,303 mi
200670%12,591128,670 mi
200569%11,705126,824 mi
200470%9,679128,751 mi
200369%5,853131,799 mi
200270%4,163136,807 mi
200167%2,124127,805 mi
200071%798118,000 mi
199966%859115,899 mi
199871%710115,261 mi

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About the 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER

The 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER is a family car with a 2179cc diesel engine. 65 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2015, the average MOT pass rate is 83%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 85,239 miles at 9 years old, LAND ROVER FREELANDER owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER Fuel Costs

The 2179cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,900 (£158/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

LAND ROVER FREELANDER Reliability Trend

Newer LAND ROVER FREELANDERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2014 model has the highest pass rate at 87%. Note: with only 65 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2015 LAND ROVER FREELANDER

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: