Land Rover Series 2A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Land Rover Series 2A reliable? We analysed 6,074 real MOT tests across 626 vehicles to find out.
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The Land Rover Series 2A is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Land Rover Series 2A.
Land Rover Series 2A Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Land Rover Series 2A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Land Rover Series 2A MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Land Rover Series 2A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Land Rover Series 2A Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Land Rover Series 2A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Land Rover Series 2A Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Land Rover Series 2A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Land Rover Series 2A MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Land Rover Series 2A year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 55 | 76.4% | 36,420 | 42,985 | 91,004 |
| 1980 | 57 | 82.5% | 22,905 | 29,510 | 75,755 |
| 1978 | 60 | 66.7% | 54,258 | 62,042 | 74,791 |
| 1975 | 52 | 71.2% | 28,279 | 50,488 | 63,077 |
| 1974 | 60 | 66.7% | 22,510 | 24,303 | 48,196 |
| 1973 | 116 | 75.9% | 16,008 | 25,637 | 63,630 |
| 1972 | 186 | 66.1% | 23,483 | 42,642 | 60,538 |
| 1971 | 662 | 74.3% | 17,625 | 33,915 | 64,708 |
| 1970 | 583 | 73.4% | 21,106 | 40,641 | 70,419 |
| 1969 | 570 | 76.7% | 27,134 | 48,910 | 74,251 |
| 1968 | 696 | 74.7% | 22,857 | 46,375 | 67,674 |
| 1967 | 396 | 72.7% | 34,031 | 58,459 | 87,682 |
| 1966 | 531 | 72.9% | 32,222 | 54,205 | 73,205 |
| 1965 | 367 | 74.4% | 18,962 | 51,946 | 73,578 |
| 1964 | 352 | 77.0% | 28,024 | 64,890 | 82,515 |
| 1963 | 397 | 77.8% | 21,976 | 56,857 | 78,850 |
| 1962 | 312 | 76.6% | 23,226 | 62,221 | 80,575 |
| 1961 | 132 | 76.5% | 25,657 | 66,148 | 78,978 |
| 1960 | 84 | 63.1% | 9,447 | 12,544 | 76,379 |
How Long Does a Land Rover Series 2A Last?
Based on 626 Land Rover Series 2A vehicles on UK roads.
Land Rover Series 2A Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Land Rover Series 2A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Land Rover Series 2A
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.5% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
63.1% MOT pass rate from 84 tests
The best year to buy a used Land Rover Series 2A is 1980, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.5% across 57 tests. The 1960 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.1% — 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 Series 2A Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Series 2A THIS CAR | 74.3% | 6,074 | 48,072 mi | 66 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 |
| Westfield SE | 87% | 3,225 | 10,679 mi | 55 yrs |
Compared to the Land Rover Discovery (72.7% pass rate) and the Land Rover Freelander (74.7% pass rate), the Land Rover Series 2A sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Land Rover Series 2A has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.3% across 6,074 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Land Rover Series 2A are suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (410 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (234), and stop lamp not working (191). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Land Rover Series 2A owner drives around 515 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.
In terms of longevity, most Land Rover Series 2A models stay on UK roads for around 66 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.