Land Rover Discovery MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

13.6%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Land Rover Discovery vehicles
Based on 70,062 MOT tests
14.4pp below the UK average (28%)

Land Rover Discovery shows good reliability at this age, with a 13.6% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Land Rover Discovery are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 2.8%
Visibility 2.1%
Lamps & Electrics 1.6%
Brakes 0.9%
Suspension 0.2%
Body & Chassis 0.1%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Land Rover Discovery MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 13.6% 70,062 Tyres
3-5 years 14.6% 359,075 Tyres
6-10 years 18.2% 365,075 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 30.7% 152,753 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 36.0% 230,000 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Land Rover Discovery reliable?

Yes. Based on 70,062 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Land Rover Discovery vehicles have a 13.6% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Land Rover Discovery?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 2.8% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.1% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 1.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my Land Rover Discovery for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Land Rover Discovery, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Land Rover Discovery Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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