2007 Land Rover Range/Rover — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 59,761 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Land Rover Range/Rover, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 78.7% was above the average for large SUVs of a similar age (76.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 22.8% in the 150k+ group versus 13.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 10.1% | 6,030 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.3% | 5,526 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.7% | 5,184 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.3% | 3,150 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.2% | 3,090 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.0% | 1,818 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 3,410 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 3,405 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 2,766 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 2,041 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 1,591 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 1,540 |
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 | 32.7% | 19,515 |
| 2 | Suspension | 32.3% | 19,284 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.6% | 14,718 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.0% | 8,334 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 12.3% | 7,322 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.5% | 5,685 |
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 | 143 | 13.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,004 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 5,404 | 19.4% |
| 90-120k | 16,211 | 20.8% |
| 120-150k | 21,122 | 21.5% |
| 150k+ | 15,820 | 22.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 53,833 | 21.6% |
| Petrol | 5,913 | 19.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14,549 | 21.3% |
| 2022 | 13,650 | 20.8% |
| 2023 | 12,273 | 21.6% |
| 2024 | 10,442 | 21.4% |
| 2025 | 8,847 | 21.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Range/Rover
Before buying a 2007 Land Rover Range/Rover, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 10.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (10.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (8.7% 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.
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 2007 Land Rover Range/Rovers pass their MOT?
78.7% of the 59,761 2007 Land Rover Range/Rover MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Land Rover Range/Rover?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 10.1% of tests, followed by suspension (9.3%).
Does the 2007 Range/Rover get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.3% in the 0-30k band to 22.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 59,761 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.