2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Defender 110 County Td D/c models manufactured in 2012, based on 33 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c MOT Analysis
The 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c has an MOT pass rate of 75.8% based on 33 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 40,483 miles on the odometer. With a 24.2% failure rate, the 2012 Defender 110 County Td D/c is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, responsible for 18.2% of failures. 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 range from £5–50. Suspension is the second most common issue at 9.1%. Brakes follows at 6.1%.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Defender 110 County Td D/c page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 18.2% | 6 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.1% | 3 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.1% | 2 |
| 4 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.1% | 2 |
| 5 | Body, Structure And General Items | 3.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 40,483 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.49 | 18.2% | 6 |
| Suspension | 2.25 | 9.1% | 3 |
| Brakes | 1.50 | 6.1% | 2 |
| Visibility | 1.50 | 6.1% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.75 | 3.0% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c has an MOT pass rate of 75.8% based on 33 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 40,483 miles on the odometer. With a 24.2% failure rate, the 2012 Defender 110 County Td D/c is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 40,483 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 18.2% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 18.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c 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.
Suspension — 9.1% of failures
Suspension issues account for 9.1% of MOT failures on 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 6.1% of failures
Brakes issues account for 6.1% of MOT failures on 2012 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td D/c models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.