Range Rover MOT Failures: Early Data & Parts Guide (L460, 2022–Present)

The fifth-generation Range Rover is the flagship of the JLR range — built on the new MLA-Flex platform with a mixed aluminium and steel body, available as standard or long-wheelbase, and offering everything from the 3.0-litre straight-six mild hybrid to the 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 and a plug-in hybrid with over 70 miles of electric range. With 204 MOT tests recorded in 2024, it's the earliest glimpse at how JLR's most expensive vehicle is holding up.

L460 Early MOT Pass Rate

The L460 holds a remarkable 97.5% MOT pass rate from its first 204 tests — 20.8 percentage points above the UK average of 76.7%. That's the highest pass rate of any JLR vehicle we've recorded, though the sample is still small and the cars are very young.

The 2023 cars achieved a perfect 100% pass rate across 50 tests. The median mileage at MOT is just 17,950 miles — reflecting the L460's status as a prestige vehicle that's rarely pushed hard. Only 5 failure items were recorded across all 204 tests — 0.02 failures per test, the lowest of any vehicle we've analysed.

What's Failing (Early Data)

With only 5 failure items, there are no statistically significant patterns — but the data is still informative:

Tyres account for 60% of the (tiny) failure total — the same tyre-dominated pattern seen across every modern JLR model. At 2,500+ kg (the heaviest JLR vehicle), the L460 is exceptionally demanding on tyres, and the 22" and 23" wheel options are extremely susceptible to pothole damage.

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Beyond the MOT: Known L460 Issues

Air Suspension

Standard on all L460s. The new platform features updated air suspension with improved ride comfort and off-road articulation, but the long-term durability of air springs, compressors, and valve blocks remains to be proven. Previous generations have shown these systems degrade from around 7–10 years.

Electrical & Software

The L460 is one of the most electronically complex vehicles on sale. Early owners have reported infotainment freezes, Pivi Pro lag, and over-the-air update failures. The 48V electrical architecture and multiple ECUs create potential for cascading electrical issues if the 12V battery weakens.

4.4 V8 Twin-Turbo (BMW B57/S68)

The L460 introduced BMW-sourced engines — the 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 (S68) replaces the supercharged Jaguar V8. Early reliability data is limited, but the BMW V8 has a strong track record in the BMW X7 and 7 Series. The cooling system and turbocharger oil feed lines are the areas to watch long-term.

P440e/P510e Plug-In Hybrid

The PHEV variants use a 3.0-litre straight-six with an integrated electric motor and a 38.2kWh battery. The battery cooling system, onboard charger, and high-voltage wiring are additional complexity that will reveal themselves over time. The 12V auxiliary battery drain issue affects PHEVs more than ICE models.

Rear-Wheel Steering

The L460 offers rear-wheel steering for improved manoeuvrability — an additional system with actuators and sensors that will need servicing as the cars age.

Summary

The L460 is off to the best start of any JLR vehicle we've tracked — 97.5% pass rate with just 5 failures from 204 tests. At 2–4 years old and 17,950 miles median mileage, nothing meaningful has had time to wear yet. The failure profile so far is pure tyres — exactly what you'd expect from a 2.5-tonne luxury SUV on large wheels.

The real test will come at 5–7 years and 60,000+ miles, when the air suspension, complex electronics, and new powertrain components start to age. We'll update this article as the dataset grows.

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Data sourced from DVSA anonymised MOT test results (2024 test year, 204 tests on Range Rover L460 models). 5 individual failure items recorded. Early data — sample size too small for definitive conclusions.