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Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) (2002-2012) reliability

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Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) built around 2012: fails its MOT less often than average

Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) models built around 2012 fail their MOT less often than similar cars the same age.

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Key figure

21% of MOT tests on Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) models built around 2012 ended in a fail (retests included), against 28% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) models built around 2012 involves the suspension.

Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322)
excellent reliability2002-2012SUVDIESEL / PETROL / UNKNOWN

Based on 35,834 tests of Range Rover models registered 2002-2012.

About 1 in 12 Range Rover Mk3 (L322) MOTs (8%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2012 (13 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 4,706 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 20 Range Rover Mk3 (L322) MOTs (5.5%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2012 (13 years old).

Based on 4,706 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk3 (L322) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
2,64621.5%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
4,70620.8%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
4,35222.1%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
3,74722.8%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
2,64522.9%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
3,48125.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
3,81625.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
3,25525.6%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
2,64325.3%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
2,26925.2%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
1,63025.2%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
64422.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 19 years old.

How the Range Rover Mk3 (L322) compares

At each age below, see how the Range Rover Mk3 (L322) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 50,152 tests across 6 Land Rover models, built around 2012 (13 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateLand Rover average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
2,64621.5%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
4,70620.8%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
4,35222.1%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
3,74722.8%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
2,64522.9%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
3,48125.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
3,81625.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
3,25525.6%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
2,64325.3%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
2,26925.2%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
1,63025.2%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
64422.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Range Rover Mk3 (L322).

  1. 1

    Mini (R60)

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    23%

    No clear edge over the Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    7,400 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

  2. 2

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    19.9%

    No clear edge over the Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,819 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

  3. 3

    Audi Q7

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    16.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.2%
    Dangerous
    6.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.6%

    Lower fail rate: 16.5%, against 20.8% for the Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322), both built around 2012.

    2,062 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

  4. 4

    Porsche Cayenne

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    16%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.1%
    Dangerous
    4.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.8%

    Lower fail rate: 16.0%, against 20.8% for the Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322), both built around 2012.

    1,755 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

83%of all Land Rover Range Rover cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · Fewer than typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

68 recalls in all

13 of the 68 Range Rover Mk3 (L322) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 3 Critical
  • 10 more

Top concerns

  • Risk of fire
  • Fire may occur
  • Brakes may fail

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Fail rate by engine size, built around 2012 (13 years old)

Engine sizes across all diesel Range Rover tests (not specific to Mk3 (L322)).

2.0 to 3.0 litres22.9%732 tests3.0 litres or more20.5%3,749 tests
How Range Rover Mk3 (L322) cars have aged

How Range Rover Mk3 (L322) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%911131517192123Age at MOTBuilt around 2012, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 20.3% (3,395 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2012, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 18.3% (3,175 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2012, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 18.9% (3,034 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2012, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 20.4% (2,921 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2012, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 20.9% (2,839 tests, 2025 data)2012Built around 2011, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 20.7% (3,153 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2011, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 20.9% (3,039 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2011, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 22.3% (2,961 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2011, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 22.2% (2,800 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2011, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 22.6% (2,663 tests, 2025 data)2011Built around 2010, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 21.5% (2,753 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2010, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 20.6% (2,629 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2010, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 21.1% (2,514 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2010, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 21.0% (2,352 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2010, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 22.0% (2,218 tests, 2025 data)2010Built around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 21.6% (2,066 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 22.4% (2,012 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 21.1% (1,803 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 22.8% (1,639 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 22.7% (1,536 tests, 2025 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 23.2% (2,603 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 23.3% (2,449 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 23.3% (2,206 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 24.4% (1,993 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 24.7% (1,751 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 23.1% (3,544 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 23.2% (3,295 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 23.9% (2,901 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 24.3% (2,589 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 24.9% (2,267 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 26.3% (3,173 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 25.3% (2,870 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 26.1% (2,567 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 25.1% (2,197 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (1,904 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (2,825 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 25.6% (2,516 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 25.8% (2,129 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 25.3% (1,785 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 24.6% (1,486 tests, 2025 data)2005Built around 2004, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 28.0% (3,420 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2004, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 26.7% (2,843 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2004, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 27.3% (2,254 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2004, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (1,731 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2004, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (1,400 tests, 2025 data)2004Built around 2003, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 28.6% (3,040 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2003, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 28.0% (2,458 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2003, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 28.1% (1,859 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2003, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 27.7% (1,388 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2003, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 24.8% (1,017 tests, 2025 data)2003Built around 2002, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 26.9% (1,776 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2002, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 26.2% (1,393 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2002, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 25.3% (1,144 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2002, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 23.9% (838 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2002, 23 years old at the time of MOT: 22.5% (644 tests, 2025 data)2002
First registered around 2012First registered around 2011First registered around 2010First registered around 2009
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Most common issues on Land Rover Range Rovers of this age

This list covers every Land Rover Range Rover built around 2012, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk3 (L322) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    28.5%
    Advisory: 2,141Fail: 443 (17% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    18.7%
    Advisory: 1,456Fail: 180 (11% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    17.6%
    Advisory: 835Fail: 13 (2% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    16.9%
    Advisory: 1,199Fail: 52 (4% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    10.2%
    Advisory: 490Fail: 79 (14% of the times it was found)

Based on 4,706 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2012 (13 years old), the Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322) (2002-2012) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 4,706 13-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 35,834 MOT tests on Land Rover Range Rovers first registered between 2002-2012. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.