LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 578 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
578
Avg Mileage
24,828 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the LAND ROVER brand average of 90%.
At 3 years old, 96% of LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 578 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,828 miles.
How does the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A has 24,828 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A by Year
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About the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A
The 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A is a performance with a 4999cc petrol engine. 578 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 16% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 24,828 miles at 3 years old, LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A Fuel Costs
The 4999cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER V8 CARPATHIAN ED A
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- JAGUAR F-TYPE (2019) 95% pass rate (-1%) from 4,231 tests
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPRT SVR CRBN ED A (2021) 96% pass rate (same) from 1,310 tests
- ASTON MARTIN DBS (2019) 97% pass rate (+1%) from 1,134 tests
- TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (2019) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 1,077 tests