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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 214. Check any 214 by registration number below.

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73.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.6%

vs Rover Avg

13

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Rover 214 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 214 has an average MOT pass rate of 73.8%, which is 0.6 percentage points below 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 214 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 214 fails its MOT are 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, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your 214 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 214, 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 214 performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 110 vehicles

81.8%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 10yr

123k mi

2000

Based on 104 vehicles

84.6%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 10yr

89k mi

1999

Based on 336 vehicles

67.0%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

21.8%

1998

Based on 392 vehicles

63.8%Below Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

31.2%

1997

Based on 1,287 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

34.1%

1996

Based on 144 vehicles

66.0%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

29.7%

1995

Based on 385 vehicles

70.9%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

18.4%

1994

Based on 262 vehicles

73.3%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

11.0%

1993

Based on 185 vehicles

65.4%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

35.6%

1992

Based on 169 vehicles

75.1%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

16.2%

1991

Based on 89 vehicles

74.2%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

30.0%

1990

Based on 51 vehicles

76.5%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

12.1%

0

Based on 931 vehicles

72.9%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 214

The most common reasons a Rover 214 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

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

4.9%
2

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.8%
3

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.7%
4

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

4.6%
5

A tyre seriously damaged

4.2%
Rover 214 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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See detailed fault analysis for Rover 214

Rover 214 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 214 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 214?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 214 is 73.8% 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 214?
The most common MOT failures on the Rover 214 are: 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 (4.9%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (4.8%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (4.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Rover 214 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 73.8%, the Rover 214 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Rover 214?
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 214?
Typical mileage for the Rover 214: 122,921 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 214 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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