1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Discovery Td5 models manufactured in 1998, based on 158 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 MOT Analysis
The 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 has an MOT pass rate of 58.9% based on 158 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 138,751 miles on the odometer. With a 41.1% failure rate, the 1998 Discovery Td5 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 is Suspension, responsible for 5.7% of failures. 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 range from £200–500. Steering is the second most common issue at 2.5%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 2.5%.
Top failures specific to 1998 models only. The overall Discovery Td5 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 5.7% | 9 |
| 2 | Steering | 2.5% | 4 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.5% | 4 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.9% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.3% | 2 |
| 6 | Body, Structure And General Items | 1.3% | 2 |
| 7 | Tyres | 0.6% | 1 |
| 8 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 138,751 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.41 | 5.7% | 9 |
| Steering | 0.18 | 2.5% | 4 |
| Visibility | 0.18 | 2.5% | 4 |
| Brakes | 0.14 | 1.9% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 0.09 | 1.3% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.09 | 1.3% | 2 |
| Tyres | 0.05 | 0.6% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.05 | 0.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 has an MOT pass rate of 58.9% based on 158 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 138,751 miles on the odometer. With a 41.1% failure rate, the 1998 Discovery Td5 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: 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. With an average mileage of 138,751 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 5.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 5.7% of MOT failures on 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 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.
Steering — 2.5% of failures
Steering issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 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.
Driver's View of the Road — 2.5% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on 1998 Land Rover Discovery Td5 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.