Land Rover Series 3 Lwb MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 43 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 30.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Land Rover Series 3 Lwb MOT Reliability Overview
The Land Rover Series 3 Lwb is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 43 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.8% and a failure rate of 30.2%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Land Rover Series 3 Lwb presents for MOT with approximately 35,724 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb is Suspension, affecting 58.1% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Brakes at 41.9%. Steering rounds out the top three at 18.6%. 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 | Suspension | 62.8% | 27 |
| 2 | Brakes | 48.8% | 21 |
| 3 | Steering | 18.6% | 8 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 18.6% | 8 |
| 5 | Body, Structure And General Items | 16.3% | 7 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 14.0% | 6 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 9.3% | 4 |
| 8 | Visibility | 7.0% | 3 |
| 9 | Towbars | 4.7% | 2 |
| 10 | Speedometer And Speed Limiter | 2.3% | 1 |
| 11 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.3% | 1 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 2.3% | 1 |
| 13 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 35,724 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 | 17.58 | 62.8% | 27 |
| Brakes | 13.67 | 48.8% | 21 |
| Visibility | 5.86 | 21.0% | 9 |
| Steering | 5.21 | 18.6% | 8 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.20 | 18.6% | 8 |
| Body & Structure | 4.56 | 16.3% | 7 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 2.60 | 9.3% | 4 |
| Towbars | 1.30 | 4.7% | 2 |
| Speedometer and speed limiter | 0.65 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.65 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.65 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.65 | 2.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Land Rover Series 3 Lwb has 35,724 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 Series 3 Lwb has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.45% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Land Rover Series 3 Lwb MOT Data
The Land Rover Series 3 Lwb is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 43 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.8% and a failure rate of 30.2%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Land Rover Series 3 Lwb owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes 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 Series 3 Lwb is likely to perform.
Suspension — 58.1% of failures
Suspension issues account for 58.1% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb. 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.
Brakes — 41.9% of failures
Brakes issues account for 41.9% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb. 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 — 18.6% of failures
Steering issues account for 18.6% of MOT failures on the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb?
Based on 43 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb has an overall pass rate of 69.8% (30.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Land Rover Series 3 Lwb?
The top 3 reasons a Land Rover Series 3 Lwb fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (58.1%), 2. Brakes (41.9%), 3. Steering (18.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Land Rover Series 3 Lwb reliable?
With a 30.2% MOT failure rate, the Series 3 Lwb is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Land Rover Series 3 Lwb?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (58.1%); Brakes (41.9%); Steering (18.6%). 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.