2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A models manufactured in 2012, based on 981 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A vintage page → (83.7% current pass rate)2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A MOT Analysis
The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A has an MOT pass rate of 84.6% based on 981 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 38,573 miles on the odometer. With a 15.4% failure rate, the 2012 Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A is Tyres, responsible for 5.2% of failures. 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 range from £50–200 per tyre. Brakes is the second most common issue at 3.6%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 2.3%.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.2% | 51 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.6% | 35 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.3% | 23 |
| 4 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.8% | 18 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.3% | 13 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.8% | 8 |
| 7 | Road Wheels | 0.4% | 4 |
| 8 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.3% | 3 |
| 9 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.1% | 1 |
| 10 | Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 38,573 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 1.35 | 5.2% | 51 |
| Brakes | 0.92 | 3.6% | 35 |
| Visibility | 0.61 | 2.3% | 23 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.48 | 1.8% | 18 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.34 | 1.3% | 13 |
| Suspension | 0.21 | 0.8% | 8 |
| Wheels | 0.11 | 0.4% | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 0.08 | 0.3% | 3 |
| Body & Structure | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A has an MOT pass rate of 84.6% based on 981 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 38,573 miles on the odometer. With a 15.4% failure rate, the 2012 Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 38,573 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 5.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A models. 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.
Brakes — 3.6% of failures
Brakes issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A 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).
Driver's View of the Road — 2.3% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hse Sdv6 A 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.