Land Rover Discovery MOT pass rate
In 2023, the Land Rover Discovery passed 71.7% of its first MOT tests, from 143,244 tests in Great Britain. That is 0.3 points above the 71.4% average for all cars, taxis and light vans.
Most common Land Rover Discovery MOT failures
The area that failed most often was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 11.1% of tests. The red line shows the average for all cars.
- Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 11.1% vs 11.3%
- Suspension 9.7% vs 8.9%
- Brakes 9.0% vs 6.8%
- Body, chassis, structure 6.4% vs 3.4%
- Tyres 4.3% vs 6.3%
- Visibility 3.8% vs 4.8%
- Steering 2.5% vs 1.8%
- Noise, emissions and leaks 2.2% vs 3.1%
- Pins and bushes 4.0% vs 1.4%
- Position lamp 3.0% vs 2.8%
- Tyres: condition 2.9% vs 3.7%
- Headlamp aim 2.8% vs 3.3%
- Brake pads 2.4% vs 2.1%
- Rigid brake pipes 2.3% vs 0.8%
- Stop lamp 2.3% vs 2.2%
- Registration plate lamp(s) 2.0% vs 1.3%
Top reasons for failure
| Reason for failure | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Pins and bushes: Pin or bush excessively worn | 3.6% |
| Position lamp: Not working | 2.8% |
| Brake pads: Less than 1.5 mm thick | 2.1% |
| Rigid brake pipes: Excessively corroded | 2.0% |
| Stop lamp: Not working | 2.0% |
| Registration plate lamp(s): Inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1.7% |
| Wipers: Does not clear the windscreen effectively | 1.5% |
| Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | 1.4% |
| Joints: Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | 1.3% |
| Headlamp aim: Too low | 1.3% |
Land Rover Discovery pass rate by age
The pass rate changes with age: 86.3% for cars aged 3 to 5 years and 63.6% for those aged 15 years or more. Older cars usually fail more often because parts like suspension, brakes and exhausts wear with time and mileage.
- 3 to 5 years 86.3% vs 71.4%
- 6 to 9 years 81.0% vs 71.4%
- 10 to 14 years 72.2% vs 71.4%
- 15 years or more 63.6% vs 71.4%
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 140,276 | 71.7% |
| Petrol | 2,763 | 71.7% |
Most common Land Rover Discovery advisories
Advisories do not fail the test, but they often become failures by the next MOT. These were noted most often:
- Tread depth 14.5%
- Pins and bushes 11.6%
- Rigid brake pipes 10.0%
- Brake discs 8.8%
- Engine oil leaks 8.5%
- Brake pads 8.4%
- Vehicle 8.1%
- Chassis condition 5.1%
See MOT advisories explained for what to do about them.
How we worked this out
These figures come from DVSA's anonymised MOT testing data for 2023, covering every class 4 MOT test in Great Britain (cars, taxis and light vans). We count normal tests only, not retests. A test counts as a first-time pass if the vehicle passed without any repairs. Tests where defects were fixed at the test centre within an hour (PRS) count as fails, in line with DVSA's own statistics. Failure areas show the share of tests with at least one failure in that area, so the figures add up to more than the fail rate.
Other Land Rover models
- Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (82.8%)
- Land Rover Freelander (66.1%)
- Land Rover Range Rover Sport (79.5%)
- Land Rover Defender (67.4%)
- Land Rover Discovery Sport (82.3%)
- Land Rover Range Rover (77.6%)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover Discovery?
In 2023, 71.7% of Land Rover Discovery MOT tests were passed first time, from 143,244 tests in Great Britain. The average for all cars, taxis and light vans was 71.4%.
What is the most common MOT failure on the Land Rover Discovery?
The most common failure area was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, which caused 11.1% of tests to fail. Next came suspension (9.7%) and brakes (9.0%).
Is the Land Rover Discovery reliable at its MOT?
Its first-time pass rate of 71.7% is 0.3 points above the average and ranks 47 of the 100 most-tested models. Age and mileage matter more than the model, so always check the history of the car you are buying.
How do I check a Land Rover Discovery's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT history check. You will see every test, the mileage at each test and all failures and advisories.