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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 100. Check any 100 by registration number below.

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75.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.1%

vs Rover Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Rover 100 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 100 has an average MOT pass rate of 75.4%, which is 1.1 percentage points above the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 100 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 100 fails its MOT are brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your 100 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Rover 100, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Rover 100 performs at MOT across different model years.

1998

Based on 85 vehicles

70.6%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.8%

1997

Based on 320 vehicles

70.6%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

22.9%

1996

Based on 181 vehicles

76.2%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

16.4%

1995

Based on 93 vehicles

80.6%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

25.8%

0

Based on 338 vehicles

79.0%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 100

The most common reasons a Rover 100 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

4.4%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

4.4%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

4.4%
4

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

4.4%
5

Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.8%
Rover 100 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside

11.8%

Rear

9.4%

Rear Offside

9.4%

Other Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Rover models.

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68.7% pass rate

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52.1% pass rate

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82.9% pass rate

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55.0% pass rate

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63.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Rover 100

Rover 100 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 100 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 100?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 100 is 75.4% compared to the Rover average of 74.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Rover 100?
The most common MOT failures on the Rover 100 are: Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. (4.4%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (4.4%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Rover 100 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 75.4%, the Rover 100 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Rover 100?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Rover 100?
Typical mileage for the Rover 100: 45,574 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 100 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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