1998 · 26 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1998 Land Rover Range Rover MOT pass rate and common faults

611 MOT tests in 2024. 66.6% passed first time, compared with 64.9% for all cars the same age.

103Above average
Passed first time66.6%
Failed or needed repairs33.4%
Typical mileage at test132,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 611 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault4.3%
  2. Suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.6%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.8%
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.6%
  5. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits2.6%
  6. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.6%
  7. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed2.1%
  8. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.0%
  9. Position lamp: not working2.0%
  10. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.0%
    29 marked dangerous

Problem areas

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

  1. Brakes19.3%
  2. Lights & electrics15.1%
  3. Suspension13.7%
  4. Body & chassis13.7%
  5. Emissions & leaks11.1%
  6. Steering8.0%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.7%
  8. Seat belts & airbags3.1%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine28.3%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.0%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.7%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm8.5%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure6.5%

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: anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault. 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 1998 Land Rover Range Rover?

In 2024, 66.6% of 1998 Land Rover Range Rover cars passed their MOT first time, across 611 tests. The average for all 26-year-old cars was 64.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1998 Land Rover Range Rover?

The most common failure reasons were anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 1998 Land Rover Range Rover reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 103, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).