LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 68 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
68
Avg Mileage
33,123 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the LAND ROVER brand average of 90%.
At 3 years old, 100% of LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 68 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 33,123 miles.
How does the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO has 33,123 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO 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.
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About the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO
The 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO is a large car with a 2996cc petrol engine. 68 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 1% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 33,123 miles at 3 years old, LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO Fuel Costs
The 2996cc 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 XS EDITION MHEV AUTO?
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 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO
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. Note: with only 68 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO
The LAND ROVER DEFENDER XS EDITION MHEV AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 5 SERIES (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 33,766 tests
- BMW X3 (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 32,937 tests
- MERCEDES GLC (2019) 93% pass rate (-7%) from 30,341 tests
- BMW X5 (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 23,506 tests