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Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A reliable? We analysed 2,135 real MOT tests across 1,197 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,135 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.9%
Typical Mileage
33,706mi
Annual Mileage
8,280mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A.

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93%
2023
89.9%
2022
91.3%
2021

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,313 mi/yr
Typical
8,280 mi/yr
Average
10,048 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,150 mi/yr

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 129 93.0% 23,045 29,250 36,181
2022 951 89.9% 23,636 31,590 43,224
2021 944 91.3% 25,297 34,975 46,939

How Long Does a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Last?

Based on 1,197 Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
33,706 mi
75th Percentile
45,110 mi
95th Percentile
72,250 mi
Max Recorded
157,213 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

93.0% MOT pass rate from 129 tests

Year to avoid
2022

89.9% MOT pass rate from 951 tests

The best year to buy a used Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 129 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A THIS CAR 90.9% 2,135 33,706 mi — yrs
Land Rover Discovery 72.7% 4,388,972 108,947 mi 36 yrs
Land Rover Freelander 74.7% 4,326,495 85,110 mi 28 yrs
Land Rover Defender 72.3% 2,960,045 94,788 mi 43 yrs
Vauxhall Insignia Sri Nav Cdti Eflex Ss 85.7% 880 82,094 mi — yrs

Compared to the Land Rover Discovery (72.7% pass rate) and the Land Rover Freelander (74.7% pass rate), the Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A?

The Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.9% across 2,135 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A owner drives around 8,280 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A reliable?
Based on 2,135 MOT tests, the Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A has a 90.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A do per year?
The typical Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A does around 8,280 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Land Rover Defender X-dynamic S D MHEV A is 2023 with a 93.0% pass rate across 129 tests.