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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Landrover Defender. Check any Defender by registration number below.

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76.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.9%

vs Landrover Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Landrover Defender — MOT Reliability Overview

The Landrover Defender has an average MOT pass rate of 76.2%, which is 5.9 percentage points above the Landrover brand average of 70.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Defender on the road.

Before buying a used Landrover Defender, 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 Landrover Defender performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 21 vehicles

76.2%Good
Landrover average: 70.3%
Mileage at 5yr

97k mi

Other Landrover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Landrover models.

Landrover Defender 110

70.0% pass rate

Landrover 110

75.0% pass rate

Landrover Series 3

60.0% pass rate

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Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Landrover Defender

Landrover Defender — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Landrover Defender MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Landrover Defender?
The average MOT pass rate for the Landrover Defender is 76.2% compared to the Landrover average of 70.3%. 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 Landrover Defender?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Landrover Defender reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 76.2%, the Landrover Defender is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Landrover Defender?
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 Landrover Defender?
Typical mileage for the Landrover Defender: 97,492 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Defender to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Landrover Defender's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.

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