Common Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs
Every known Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A MOT issue, ranked by how common it is and what it costs to fix. Based on 631 real MOT tests across 2 model years.
Segment: large car | Fuel: Diesel
96%
Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A pass rate
90%
Land Rover average
82%
National average
The Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A has an average MOT pass rate of 96%, which is 6 points above the Land Rover average and 14 points above the national average.
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Most Common Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A MOT Issues
Ranked by how likely they are to affect your Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A, with typical repair costs
Suspension
High likelihood£150 - £600
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded
Failure points:
Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking
Tyres
High likelihood£50 - £300
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall
Failure points:
Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply
Brakes
Moderate likelihood£80 - £450
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed
Failure points:
Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum
Lights
Moderate likelihood£15 - £200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated
Failure points:
Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure
Exhaust & Emissions
Moderate likelihood£80 - £800
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak
Failure points:
Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning
Steering
Lower likelihood£100 - £500
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated
Failure points:
Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits
Body & Structure
Lower likelihood£200 - £1200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage
Failure points:
Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness
Windscreen & Wipers
Lower likelihood£10 - £350
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated
Failure points:
Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen
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Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A Reliability by Year
MOT pass rate for each model year, based on real test data
Most Reliable Year
2022
100% pass rate from 88 tests
View 2022 Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A detailsLeast Reliable Year
2021
95% pass rate from 543 tests
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Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A FAQ
What are the most common Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A problems?
The most common Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A MOT problems are suspension, tyres issues. These are the areas most likely to cause advisories or failures during an MOT test, based on 631 real tests.
Is the Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A reliable?
The Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A has an average MOT pass rate of 96%, which is 14 points above the national average of 82%. This is considered good reliability.
Which year Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A is most reliable?
The 2022 Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A is the most reliable year with a 100% MOT pass rate. Avoid the 2021 model year if reliability is your priority, as it has the lowest pass rate at 95%.
How much does it cost to fix common Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A faults?
Repair costs vary by issue. Brake work on a Land Rover Defender Xs Edition D Mhev A typically costs £80-£450, suspension repairs cost £150-£600, and exhaust/emissions fixes cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.
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