2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 61,113 MOT tests analysed for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.3% was in line with the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (90.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.2% in the 120-150k group versus 8.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.2% | 2,581 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.9% | 2,359 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 1,595 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.3% | 1,399 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 875 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.2% | 742 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 2,123 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 1,645 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 1,443 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 1,220 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 836 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 800 |
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 | 18.6% | 11,343 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.5% | 11,326 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.8% | 4,130 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.2% | 1,951 |
| 5 | Steering | 2.4% | 1,476 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 1,088 |
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 | 17,560 | 8.2% |
| 30-60k | 32,058 | 11.3% |
| 60-90k | 10,180 | 12.7% |
| 90-120k | 1,187 | 13.2% |
| 120-150k | 108 | 23.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 52,207 | 10.9% |
| Petrol | 8,906 | 9.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 12,823 | 9.0% |
| 2022 | 12,757 | 10.4% |
| 2023 | 12,062 | 10.8% |
| 2024 | 11,845 | 11.7% |
| 2025 | 11,626 | 11.8% |
What to check before buying a 2018 Range Rover Velar
Before buying a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.2% 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 (3.9% 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 (2.6% 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 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velars pass their MOT?
89.3% of the 61,113 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Tyres, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by visibility (3.9%).
Does the 2018 Range Rover Velar get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.2% in the 0-30k band to 23.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 61,113 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.