1971 Rover Landrover MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Landrover models manufactured in 1971, based on 81 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1971 Rover Landrover MOT Analysis
The 1971 Rover Landrover has an MOT pass rate of 71.6% based on 81 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 61,588 miles on the odometer. With a 28.4% failure rate, the 1971 Landrover is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1971 Rover Landrover is Suspension, responsible for 4.9% 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. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 3.7%. Non-component advisories follows at 2.5%.
Top failures specific to 1971 models only. The overall Landrover page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 4.9% | 4 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.7% | 3 |
| 3 | Non-component Advisories | 2.5% | 2 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.2% | 1 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 1.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 61,588 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 | 0.80 | 4.9% | 4 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.60 | 3.7% | 3 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.40 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.20 | 1.2% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.20 | 1.2% | 1 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.20 | 1.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1971 Rover Landrover has an MOT pass rate of 71.6% based on 81 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 61,588 miles on the odometer. With a 28.4% failure rate, the 1971 Landrover is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1971 Rover Landrover, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. 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. At 61,588 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 4.9% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.9% of MOT failures on 1971 Rover Landrover 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 3.7% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 3.7% of MOT failures on 1971 Rover Landrover 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.
Non-component advisories — 2.5% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on 1971 Rover Landrover models. Non-component advisories 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.