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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 200. Check any 200 by registration number below.

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82.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.9%

vs Rover Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Rover 200 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 200 has an average MOT pass rate of 82.2%, which is 7.9 percentage points above the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 200 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Rover 200 fails its MOT are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your 200 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 200, 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 200 performs at MOT across different model years.

2000

Based on 105 vehicles

87.6%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 10yr

126k mi

1999

Based on 349 vehicles

73.6%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

18.6%

1998

Based on 605 vehicles

88.4%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

18.8%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

1997

Based on 221 vehicles

86.4%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%

0

Based on 219 vehicles

74.9%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

81k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 200

The most common reasons a Rover 200 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.4%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

3.4%
Rover 200 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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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 200

Rover 200 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 200 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 200?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 200 is 82.2% 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 200?
The most common MOT failures on the Rover 200 are: Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (3.4%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (3.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Rover 200 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.2%, the Rover 200 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 200?
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 200?
Typical mileage for the Rover 200: 125,541 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 200 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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