1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 109" - 4 Cyl models manufactured in 1979, based on 396 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl has an MOT pass rate of 57.1% based on 396 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 46,396 miles on the odometer. With a 42.9% failure rate, the 1979 109" - 4 Cyl is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl is Steering, responsible for 1.3% of failures. 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 range from £150–600. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 0.5%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 0.3%.
Top failures specific to 1979 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 | Steering | 1.3% | 5 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.5% | 2 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.3% | 1 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.3% | 1 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 46,396 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0.27 | 1.3% | 5 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.11 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl has an MOT pass rate of 57.1% based on 396 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 46,396 miles on the odometer. With a 42.9% failure rate, the 1979 109" - 4 Cyl is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to steering: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 46,396 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Steering — 1.3% of failures
Steering issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1979 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 0.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.3% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1979 Land Rover 109" - 4 Cyl models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.