Land Rover Defender 110 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 50 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 26.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Land Rover Defender 110 MOT Reliability Overview
The Land Rover Defender 110 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 50 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.0% and a failure rate of 26.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Land Rover Defender 110 earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Land Rover Defender 110 presents for MOT with approximately 139,125 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Land Rover Defender 110 is Brakes, affecting 18.0% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Steering at 18.0%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 16.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 28.0% | 14 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.0% | 9 |
| 3 | Steering | 18.0% | 9 |
| 4 | Body, Structure And General Items | 16.0% | 8 |
| 5 | Suspension | 10.0% | 5 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 10.0% | 5 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 4.0% | 2 |
| 8 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 4.0% | 2 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 4.0% | 2 |
| 10 | Visibility | 2.0% | 1 |
| 11 | Tyres | 2.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Registration Plates And Vin | 2.0% | 1 |
| 13 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 139,125 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 | 2.01 | 28.0% | 14 |
| Body & Structure | 1.44 | 20.0% | 10 |
| Brakes | 1.29 | 18.0% | 9 |
| Steering | 1.29 | 18.0% | 9 |
| Suspension | 0.72 | 10.0% | 5 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.72 | 10.0% | 5 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.29 | 4.0% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.28 | 4.0% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.28 | 4.0% | 2 |
| Tyres | 0.14 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.14 | 2.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Land Rover Defender 110 has 139,125 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Land Rover Defender 110 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 1.87% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Land Rover Defender 110 MOT Data
The Land Rover Defender 110 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 50 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.0% and a failure rate of 26.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Land Rover Defender 110 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and steering for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Defender 110 is likely to perform.
Brakes — 18.0% of failures
Brakes issues account for 18.0% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Defender 110. 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).
Steering — 18.0% of failures
Steering issues account for 18.0% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Defender 110. 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 — 16.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 16.0% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Defender 110. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover Defender 110?
Based on 50 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Land Rover Defender 110 has an overall pass rate of 74.0% (26.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Land Rover Defender 110?
The top 3 reasons a Land Rover Defender 110 fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (18.0%), 2. Steering (18.0%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Land Rover Defender 110 reliable?
With a 26.0% MOT failure rate, the Defender 110 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Land Rover Defender 110?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (18.0%); Steering (18.0%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.