2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 579 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.1% was below the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (92.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.9% | 34 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.6% | 21 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 16 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.4% | 14 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.9% | 5 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.7% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 35 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 15 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 8 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 3 |
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 | 21.1% | 122 |
| 2 | Tyres | 14.5% | 84 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 31 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.1% | 18 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.7% | 10 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.7% | 10 |
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 | 245 | 11.0% |
| 30-60k | 293 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 37 | 13.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 426 | 11.0% |
| Petrol | 137 | 9.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 287 | 13.6% |
| 2025 | 271 | 8.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Range Rover Velar
Before buying a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.9% 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.
- Tyres (3.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.8% 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 Range Rover Velars pass their MOT?
89.1% of the 579 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Visibility, recorded in 5.9% of tests, followed by tyres (3.6%).
Does the 2021 Range Rover Velar get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.0% in the 0-30k band to 13.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 579 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.