1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 109" - 4 Cyl models manufactured in 1968, based on 152 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl MOT Analysis
The 1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl has an MOT pass rate of 64.5% based on 152 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 56,545 miles on the odometer. With a 35.5% failure rate, the 1968 109" - 4 Cyl is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl is Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems, responsible for 0.7% of failures. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per belt. Steering is the second most common issue at 0.7%.
Top failures specific to 1968 models only. The overall 109" - 4 Cyl page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.7% | 1 |
| 2 | Steering | 0.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 56,545 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 0.12 | 0.7% | 1 |
| Steering | 0.12 | 0.7% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl has an MOT pass rate of 64.5% based on 152 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 56,545 miles on the odometer. With a 35.5% failure rate, the 1968 109" - 4 Cyl is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to seat belts and supplementary restraint systems: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard. At 56,545 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems — 0.7% of failures
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl models. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.
Steering — 0.7% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1968 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.