1962 Land Rover Series 2 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Series 2 models manufactured in 1962, based on 304 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1962 Land Rover Series 2 has an MOT pass rate of 62.8% based on 304 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 44,059 miles on the odometer. With a 37.2% failure rate, the 1962 Series 2 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1962 Land Rover Series 2 is Tyres, responsible for 0.3% 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. Visibility is the second most common issue at 0.3%.
Top failures specific to 1962 models only. The overall Series 2 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 0.3% | 1 |
| 2 | Visibility | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 44,059 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 | 0.07 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.07 | 0.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1962 Land Rover Series 2 has an MOT pass rate of 62.8% based on 304 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 44,059 miles on the odometer. With a 37.2% failure rate, the 1962 Series 2 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1962 Land Rover Series 2, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. 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 44,059 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 0.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1962 Land Rover Series 2 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.
Visibility — 0.3% of failures
Visibility issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1962 Land Rover Series 2 models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.