2021 Land Rover R R Evoque R-Dyn D A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,306 MOT tests, the 2021 Land Rover R R Evoque R-Dyn D A recorded a 92.0% pass rate. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests against 1.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, brake discs and registration plates — headlamp aim alone was recorded 21 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 5.1% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 22.6% once past 60-90k — 4.4× the risk.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 18.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 6.0% of tests failed in 2023 against 8.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.7% | 75 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.5% | 19 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 18 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.6% | 8 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 6 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 4 |
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 | 21 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 12 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 11 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 8 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 6 | Brake performance not tested | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 18.0% | 235 |
| 2 | Tyres | 15.4% | 201 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.7% | 61 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 28 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 14 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 6 |
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 | 726 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 548 | 11.1% |
| 60-90k | 31 | 22.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 50 | 6.0% |
| 2024 | 614 | 7.3% |
| 2025 | 642 | 8.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 R R Evoque R-Dyn D A
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 5.7% of tests. Start there.
- 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.
- Brakes (1.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% 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 R R Evoque R-Dyn D As pass their MOT?
92.0% of the 1,306 2021 Land Rover R R Evoque R-Dyn D A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Land Rover R R Evoque R-Dyn D A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by brakes (1.5%).
Does the 2021 R R Evoque R-Dyn D A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 22.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,306 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.