Land Rover Discovery MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

18.2%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Land Rover Discovery vehicles
Based on 365,075 MOT tests
9.8pp below the UK average (28%)

Land Rover Discovery shows good reliability at this age, with a 18.2% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Land Rover Discovery are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 2.8%
Brakes 2.5%
Tyres 2.4%
Suspension 2.0%
Visibility 1.3%
Body & Chassis 0.8%
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 6-10 year old Land Rover Discovery reliable?

Yes. Based on 365,075 MOT tests, 6-10-year-old Land Rover Discovery vehicles have a 18.2% 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 6-10 year old Land Rover Discovery?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 2.8% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.5% failure risk
  • Tyres — 2.4% failure risk

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

For a 6-10-year-old Land Rover Discovery, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — 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 6-10-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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