Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles, the 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

CarHunch

Get Started

Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A (2021)

155 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A

CarHunch analysed 155 real MOT records for the 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
Which year to buy? →

On this page

AI Analysis Reliability Overview Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Mileage Distribution MOT Averages Compare Models

The 2021 Defender PHEV is a reliably solid performer, passing MOT first time in 84% of cases—four points above the UK average—with a very low dangerous defect rate of just 3.2%. You're looking at a vehicle that handles the test consistently well, with minimal critical safety issues emerging in the field.

At just over 35,000 miles on average, these are still relatively young cars, which naturally supports their strong pass rate; the real test will come as mileage climbs. With only 0.17 failures per vehicle but a full advisory per car on record, expect minor niggles (sensors, trim, trim) rather than serious mechanical breakdowns—a typical pattern for a modern PHEV. Before committing, get an independent pre-purchase inspection to verify the hybrid battery and electrical systems, since those components aren't always well-flagged in routine MOT data.

We have limited data for the 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

93.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

Check this vehicle

Avg failures / car

0.17

Over 2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 25k–44k

For context

These stats describe 155 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

A solid choice — agree?

See this vehicle's full MOT history & AI hunches

Spot recurring advisories, hidden issues, and how it compares to 155 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A cars.

Before you buy a 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

34,069

typical

25,233

low mileage

44,018

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A vehicles fall between 25,233 and 44,018 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,233 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 25,233–44,018 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV As sit.

⚠ Over 59,424 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.17

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

Other model years — Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A: All Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A years → Which year to buy? →

2022 2023 2024 2025

Or browse all models: Land Rover →

Compare with another model

See how the 2021 Land Rover Defender X Dynamic Hse PHEV A stacks up against a rival.

A solid choice — agree?