No the reverse drive went before I checked the oil I'm aware of the trouble caused if the wrong bolt is removed
But saying that I purchased the freelander of eBay and it was described with out any gear issues,
The bolt could have been removed prior to me buying it, as the first time I had to use reverse was the day after when I needed to reverse of the drive.
If the bolt was the problem would it still select reverse and move an inch or so before it locks up?
Also if I select neutral and try and roll it backwards it refuses to budge