2021 Land Rover Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,046 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.7% | 174 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.4% | 73 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 70 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 23 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 14 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 89 |
| 2 | Wipers | 83 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 22 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 20 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 19 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 17.7% | 539 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.6% | 261 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.3% | 131 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.2% | 129 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 21 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 21 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 946 | 6.2% |
| 30-60k | 1,773 | 9.0% |
| 60-90k | 298 | 9.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 63 | 11.1% |
| 2024 | 1,473 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 1,510 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A
Before buying a 2021 Land Rover Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.4% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Land Rover Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev As pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 3,046 2021 Land Rover Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Land Rover Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by visibility (2.4%).
Does the 2021 Discovery Rdynamic D Mhev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.2% in the 0-30k band to 9.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,046 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.