The LAND ROVER FREELANDER (1997-06) 3DR HARDBACK 1.8 E is an early compact SUV: a raised, three-door family car with a hard roof and the familiar Land Rover look. It brought a more approachable, everyday shape to the brand, sitting between ordinary hatchbacks and larger, tougher off-roaders in the UK used-car market. Mycarcheck.com records 67 checks covering 20 distinct VINs, giving a useful snapshot, though not a full measure of every car. The average private-sale valuation was £900, with average recorded mileage of 75,000 and annual mileage of 6,000. Cars checked had about 5.7 previous keepers on average, so condition and service history deserve close attention. The 1.8 petrol suits local trips and country outings better than high-mileage commuting; its three-door layout is less convenient than five-door rivals such as the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4. Distinctive Land Rover character and a go-anywhere feel appeal, but careful checks are wise.