2001 · 23 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2001 Land Rover Range Rover MOT pass rate and common faults

1,189 MOT tests in 2024. 71.5% passed first time, compared with 59.4% for all cars the same age.

120Well above average
Passed first time71.5%
Failed or needed repairs28.5%
Typical mileage at test130,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,189 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault3.3%
  2. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.3%
  3. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault2.8%
  4. Suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.3%
  5. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.1%
  6. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits2.0%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.9%
  8. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick1.8%
    25 marked dangerous
  9. Position lamp: not working1.7%
  10. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn1.7%

Problem areas

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

  1. Brakes17.5%
  2. Lights & electrics11.9%
  3. Suspension11.8%
  4. Body & chassis9.8%
  5. Emissions & leaks8.3%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.8%
  7. Steering6.3%
  8. Seat belts & airbags3.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine26.5%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.5%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm8.2%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.4%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure7.3%

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 2001 Land Rover Range Rover?

In 2024, 71.5% of 2001 Land Rover Range Rover cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,189 tests. The average for all 23-year-old cars was 59.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2001 Land Rover Range Rover?

The most common failure reasons were anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; srs malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2001 Land Rover Range Rover reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 120, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).