Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 35 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 51.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A MOT Reliability Overview
The Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 48.6% and a failure rate of 51.4%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A presents for MOT with approximately 113,689 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 37.1% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Steering at 20.0%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 20.0%. 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 | 45.7% | 16 |
| 2 | Tyres | 25.7% | 9 |
| 3 | Steering | 22.9% | 8 |
| 4 | Driver's View Of The Road | 17.1% | 6 |
| 5 | Suspension | 14.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Brakes | 14.3% | 5 |
| 7 | Body, Structure And General Items | 11.4% | 4 |
| 8 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 5.7% | 2 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 2.9% | 1 |
| 10 | Towbars | 2.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 113,689 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 | 4.02 | 45.7% | 16 |
| Tyres | 2.26 | 25.7% | 9 |
| Steering | 2.01 | 22.9% | 8 |
| Visibility | 1.51 | 17.1% | 6 |
| Suspension | 1.26 | 14.3% | 5 |
| Brakes | 1.26 | 14.3% | 5 |
| Body & Structure | 1.01 | 11.4% | 4 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.50 | 5.7% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.25 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Towbars | 0.25 | 2.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A has 113,689 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 Discovery Td5 Adventurer A has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.52% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A MOT Data
The Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 48.6% and a failure rate of 51.4%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Discovery Td5 Adventurer A is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 37.1% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 37.1% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A. 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.
Steering — 20.0% of failures
Steering issues account for 20.0% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A. 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.
Tyres — 20.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 20.0% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A?
Based on 35 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A has an overall pass rate of 48.6% (51.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A?
The top 3 reasons a Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (37.1%), 2. Steering (20.0%), 3. Tyres (20.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A reliable?
With a 51.4% MOT failure rate, the Discovery Td5 Adventurer A is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Land Rover Discovery Td5 Adventurer A?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (37.1%); Steering (20.0%); Tyres (20.0%). 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.