LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 37 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
37
Avg Mileage
27,304 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%.
At 3 years old, 92% of LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 37 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,304 miles.
How does the 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO has 27,304 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 DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S 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 DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO
The 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 37 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 27,304 miles at 3 years old, LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO Fuel Costs
The 1997cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 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 DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S 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 37 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAMIC S AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 89,653 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (+1%) from 52,321 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 52,140 tests
- HYUNDAI TUCSON (2019) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 42,920 tests