Cheap T-reg Freelander worth a punt?

[Emeye]

I've been offered a 5dr T-reg 1.8 Freelander for £1500 by mate in the trader.

It drives pretty well, is in great condition, seems to have been really well looked after, but I know they have a reputation for not being that reliable.

Good points:

Only 72k miles with full history
Silver Body work is mint
Interior is good
Underneath it looks like it has never been off-road
Has had the modified Head gasket fitted
Has a sunroof

Bad points:
Hill Descent light on permanently, but I see this is a common fault, hopefully throttle cable free-play or wiring.
Steering wheel seems slightly off centre, but it drives straight
One of the rear door has dodgy central locking

Thing is it seems a lot of car for the money, and it will mainly be running me the 5 miles to and from work, but could I be buying a whole heap of trouble?

Cheers.

[cpas]

Any car of this age could have similar problems. I would have thought you could get one cheaper than that though. The mileage isn't the main concern as one with twice the mileage but cheaper may be a better option as it shows it's been regularly used. A car with only 6k miles per year may have spent half its life in garages or parked up for long periods of time.

[Kevin VRs]

Friend of mine bought a T reg TDi for £500 a few weeks ago, a couple of known problems, fixed for about £400, car is now fine.