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Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 199 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,413

£201/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 30-42

2996cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol2996cc5 years old199 tests27k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2996cc)

~30 mpg

£1,958
Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£2,413
Per month£201/mo
Per week£46/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data.

91% of MOT tests on Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV As from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 199 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 27,128 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2307th of 3,336(bottom half)
Rank among Land Rover models340th of 599(bottom half)
vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)
vs 2021 models average-1%(92% avg)
vs Land Rover average+1%(90% avg)

Mileage Analysis

27,128

Average miles

vs

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A had 27,128 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, 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.

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About the 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A

The 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A is a large car. Our records list a 2996cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 199 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 27,128 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A 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 £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A

At 5 years old, the Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Oil Consumption

Low risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrEst. Ins. GroupTotal/yr
Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A(2021)91%£1,958£200Grp 30-42£2,413
BMW 5 Series(2019)92%£1,958£200Grp 30-42£2,413same
BMW X3(2019)92%£1,958£200Grp 30-42£2,413same
Mercedes GLC(2019)93%£1,958£200Grp 30-42£2,413same
BMW X5(2019)92%£1,958£200Grp 30-42£2,413same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A

Is the 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV As ended in a pass, from 199 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A?

91% of 199 MOT tests on the 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2307th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Land Rover R Rover Velar R-DYN Hse MHEV A is 27,128 miles, 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.

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