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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 620. Check any 620 by registration number below.

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68.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.1%

vs Rover Avg

9

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Rover 620 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 620 has an average MOT pass rate of 68.2%, which is 6.1 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 620 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 620 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, 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 620 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 620, 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 620 performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 55 vehicles

85.5%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 10yr

248k mi

1999

Based on 382 vehicles

65.4%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

28.5%

1998

Based on 327 vehicles

70.0%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

20.8%

1997

Based on 296 vehicles

62.5%Below Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

25.5%

1996

Based on 202 vehicles

55.0%Below Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

39.4%

1995

Based on 128 vehicles

71.1%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

20.0%

1994

Based on 79 vehicles

65.8%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

24.1%

1993

Based on 57 vehicles

68.4%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

28.2%

0

Based on 631 vehicles

70.0%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 620

The most common reasons a Rover 620 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

10.0%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

9.4%
3

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

8.1%
4

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.8%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

5.4%
Rover 620 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Rover models.

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67.2% pass rate

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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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63.6% pass rate

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65.4% 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 620

Rover 620 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 620 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 620?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 620 is 68.2% 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 620?
The most common MOT failures on the Rover 620 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (10.0%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (9.4%), 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 (8.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Rover 620 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 68.2%, the Rover 620 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 620?
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 620?
Typical mileage for the Rover 620: 248,253 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 620 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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