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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 618. Check any 618 by registration number below.

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74.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.3%

vs Rover Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Rover 618 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 618 has an average MOT pass rate of 74.1%, which is 0.3 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 618 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 618 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, exhaust system leaking or insecure. If you are preparing your 618 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 618, 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 618 performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 347 vehicles

72.9%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

17.2%

1998

Based on 100 vehicles

79.0%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

23.4%

1997

Based on 154 vehicles

66.2%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

25.0%

0

Based on 219 vehicles

78.1%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

97k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 618

The most common reasons a Rover 618 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.9%
2

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

5.5%
3

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

3.2%
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

2.9%
5

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.9%
Rover 618 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

7.2%

Front Offside

5.2%

Rear Offside

4.6%

Other Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Rover models.

Rover 25

67.2% pass rate

Rover Metro

68.7% pass rate

Rover 623

52.1% pass rate

Rover 418

82.9% pass rate

Rover 620

55.0% pass rate

Rover 75

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 618

Rover 618 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 618 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 618?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 618 is 74.1% 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 618?
The most common MOT failures on the Rover 618 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.9%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (5.5%), Exhaust system leaking or insecure (3.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Rover 618 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 74.1%, the Rover 618 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 618?
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 618?
Typical mileage for the Rover 618: 97,441 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 618 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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