Land Rover 109 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Land Rover 109. Check any 109 by registration number below.

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79.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.4%

vs Land Rover Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Land Rover 109 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Land Rover 109 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.1%, which is 8.4 percentage points below the Land Rover brand average of 87.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 109 on the road.

The most common reasons a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. If you are preparing your 109 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Land Rover 109, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Land Rover 109 performs at MOT across different model years.

1984

Based on 91 vehicles

81.3%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

14.5%

1983

Based on 126 vehicles

80.2%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

6.5%

1982

Based on 99 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1981

Based on 53 vehicles

75.5%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1980

Based on 31 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Retest Rate

6.3%

1973

Based on 33 vehicles

81.8%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

19.0%

1972

Based on 47 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Dangerous Defects

12.0%

Retest Rate

12.0%

0

Based on 407 vehicles

78.1%Good

Land Rover average: 87.4%

Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

Top MOT Failures — Land Rover 109

The most common reasons a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

12.1%

Land Rover 109 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

4.4%

Rear Offside

2.2%

Rear Nearside

2.2%

Other Land Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Land Rover models.

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81.3% pass rate

Land Rover R Rover Westmnstr Blck P400e A

91.7% pass rate

Land Rover R Rover Velar R-dyn Hse Mhev A

90.3% pass rate

Land Rover Discovery Hse Sd6 Auto

92.2% pass rate

Land Rover Range Rover

92.3% pass rate

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R-dyn D A

87.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Land Rover 109

Land Rover 109 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Land Rover 109 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover 109?

The average MOT pass rate for the Land Rover 109 is 79.1% compared to the Land Rover average of 87.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Land Rover 109?

The most common MOT failures on the Land Rover 109 are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (12.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Land Rover 109 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.1%, the Land Rover 109 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Land Rover 109?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Land Rover 109?

Typical mileage for the Land Rover 109: 51,648 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 109 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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