Land Rover 90 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Land Rover 90. Check any 90 by registration number below.

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67.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.5%

vs Land Rover Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Land Rover 90 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Land Rover 90 has an average MOT pass rate of 67.0%, which is 20.5 percentage points below the Land Rover brand average of 87.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 90 on the road.

The most common reasons a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your 90 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Land Rover 90, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Land Rover 90 performs at MOT across different model years.

1993

Based on 40 vehicles

32.5%Poor

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

72.4%

1991

Based on 73 vehicles

67.1%Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

20.0%

1989

Based on 71 vehicles

81.7%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

17.0%

1988

Based on 47 vehicles

63.8%Below Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

21.2%

1987

Based on 113 vehicles

66.4%Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

26.4%

1986

Based on 246 vehicles

69.9%Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

22.2%

1985

Based on 131 vehicles

82.4%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

10.5%

1984

Based on 71 vehicles

64.8%Below Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

19.2%

0

Based on 421 vehicles

74.3%Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Mileage at 5yr

126k mi

Top MOT Failures — Land Rover 90

The most common reasons a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

8.8%

Land Rover 90 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside

10.0%

Front Offside

10.0%

Front Nearside

10.0%

Other Land Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Land Rover models.

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81.3% pass rate

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91.7% pass rate

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90.3% pass rate

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92.2% pass rate

Land Rover Range Rover

92.3% pass rate

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R-dyn D A

87.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Land Rover 90

Land Rover 90 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Land Rover 90 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover 90?

The average MOT pass rate for the Land Rover 90 is 67.0% compared to the Land Rover average of 87.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Land Rover 90?

The most common MOT failures on the Land Rover 90 are: Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (8.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Land Rover 90 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 67.0%, the Land Rover 90 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Land Rover 90?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Land Rover 90?

Typical mileage for the Land Rover 90: 125,963 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 90 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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