1962 Land Rover Swb MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Swb models manufactured in 1962, based on 111 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1962 Land Rover Swb MOT Analysis
The 1962 Land Rover Swb has an MOT pass rate of 58.6% based on 111 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 54,810 miles on the odometer. With a 41.4% failure rate, the 1962 Swb is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1962 Land Rover Swb is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 0.9% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 0.9%. Speedometer and speed limiter follows at 0.9%.
Top failures specific to 1962 models only. The overall Swb page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.9% | 1 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.9% | 1 |
| 3 | Speedometer And Speed Limiter | 0.9% | 1 |
| 4 | Tyres | 0.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 54,810 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 0.16 | 0.9% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.16 | 0.9% | 1 |
| Speedometer and speed limiter | 0.16 | 0.9% | 1 |
| Tyres | 0.16 | 0.9% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1962 Land Rover Swb has an MOT pass rate of 58.6% based on 111 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 54,810 miles on the odometer. With a 41.4% failure rate, the 1962 Swb is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1962 Land Rover Swb, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. At 54,810 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Body, chassis, structure — 0.9% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1962 Land Rover Swb models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.9% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1962 Land Rover Swb models. 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.
Speedometer and speed limiter — 0.9% of failures
Speedometer and speed limiter issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1962 Land Rover Swb models. Speedometer and speed limiter 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.