Rover 220 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 220. Check any 220 by registration number below.

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75.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.0%

vs Rover Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Rover 220 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 220 has an average MOT pass rate of 75.3%, which is 1.0 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 220 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 220 fails its MOT are a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. If you are preparing your 220 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 220, 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 220 performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 67 vehicles

64.2%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

30.2%

1998

Based on 45 vehicles

80.0%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

12.9%

1997

Based on 39 vehicles

66.7%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

41.7%

1996

Based on 50 vehicles

76.0%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

16.7%

1995

Based on 260 vehicles

79.2%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

11.3%

1994

Based on 159 vehicles

80.5%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

13.6%

1993

Based on 131 vehicles

80.2%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.1%

0

Based on 296 vehicles

76.0%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 220

The most common reasons a Rover 220 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

4.2%

Rover 220 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear

9.0%

Rear Nearside

9.0%

Rear Offside

6.0%

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Useful MOT Guides

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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 220

Rover 220 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 220 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 220?

The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 220 is 75.3% 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 220?

The most common MOT failures on the Rover 220 are: A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Rover 220 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.3%, the Rover 220 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 220?

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 220?

Typical mileage for the Rover 220: 102,860 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 220 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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