2021 Land Rover Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,188 MOT tests, the 2021 Land Rover Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A recorded an 86.8% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 8.6% of the time, so this is 4.5pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 8.3% of all tests — 4.7 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and rear fog lamp — wipers alone was recorded 83 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 8.9% in the 0-30k band and 16.7% in the 90-120k band, a 7.8-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 19.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.3% | 181 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.5% | 77 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 45 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.5% | 33 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 19 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 83 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 31 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 17 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 13 |
| 5 | Electronic stability control | 12 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 11 |
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 | 19.0% | 416 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.3% | 357 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.8% | 149 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.0% | 109 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.7% | 103 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 20 |
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 | 810 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 1,093 | 15.8% |
| 60-90k | 254 | 15.0% |
| 90-120k | 30 | 16.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,076 | 12.8% |
| 2025 | 1,084 | 13.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A
On a 2021 Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 8.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (8.3% 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 (3.5% 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 (2.1% 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 Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E As pass their MOT?
86.8% of the 2,188 2021 Land Rover Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Land Rover Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A?
Tyres, recorded in 8.3% of tests, followed by visibility (3.5%).
Does the 2021 Discovry Sprt Rdyn P300E A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 16.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,188 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.