Land Rover Series
The Land Rover Series I, II, and III, or simply the Land-Rover are compact British off-road vehicles, produced by the Rover Company since 1948, and later by British Leyland. Inspired by the World War II jeep, it was the first mass-produced civilian four-wheel drive car with doors and an available hard roof. Unlike conventional cars and trucks of the time, it used a sturdy, fully box-welded frame. Furthermore, due to the post-war steel shortage and aluminium surplus, Land Rovers received aluminium alloy bodies that did not rust, thereby favouring their longevity. In 1992, Land Rover claimed that 70% of all the vehicles they had built were still in use.
| Manufacturer | Land Rover |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1948 |
| Body type | SUV |
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 63% of Land Rover Seriess pass their MOT test first time, based on 30 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Land Rover Series in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Land Rover recalls.