2000 · 24 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2000 Land Rover Discovery MOT pass rate and common faults

2,172 MOT tests in 2024. 64.4% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

105Above average
Passed first time64.4%
Failed or needed repairs35.6%
Typical mileage at test155,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 2,172 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting4.6%
  2. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault4.3%
  3. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength4.3%
  4. Position lamp: not working3.9%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.1%
  6. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn2.7%
  7. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.5%
  8. Headlamp aim: too low2.3%
  9. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.0%
  10. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play2.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics32.6%
  2. Suspension27.3%
  3. Brakes20.8%
  4. Body & chassis19.8%
  5. Steering6.8%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.7%
  7. Seat belts & airbags3.7%
  8. Emissions & leaks3.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine27.6%
  2. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced11.7%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.1%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure6.8%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened6.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Land Rover Discovery?

In 2024, 64.4% of 2000 Land Rover Discovery cars passed their MOT first time, across 2,172 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Land Rover Discovery?

The most common failure reasons were chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2000 Land Rover Discovery reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 105, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).