Rover 75 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 75. Check any 75 by registration number below.

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66.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.9%

vs Rover Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Rover 75 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 75 has an average MOT pass rate of 66.4%, which is 7.9 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 75 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 75 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, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 75 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 75, 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 75 performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 44 vehicles

79.5%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.0%

2006

Based on 476 vehicles

64.5%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

31.3%

2005

Based on 2,744 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

31.7%

2004

Based on 5,660 vehicles

61.2%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

29.4%

2003

Based on 4,538 vehicles

61.6%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

30.9%

2002

Based on 3,501 vehicles

65.0%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

23.7%

2001

Based on 1,884 vehicles

64.0%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

29.2%

2000

Based on 1,018 vehicles

68.6%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

20.4%

1999

Based on 556 vehicles

66.4%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

27.8%

0

Based on 12,279 vehicles

69.9%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Mileage at 5yr

106k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 75

The most common reasons a Rover 75 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.1%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.8%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.5%

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

2.5%

Rover 75 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

4.5%

Nearside

2.3%

Rear Nearside

2.3%

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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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55.0% pass rate

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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 75

Rover 75 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 75 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 75?

The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 75 is 66.4% 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 75?

The most common MOT failures on the Rover 75 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%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.1%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Rover 75 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 66.4%, the Rover 75 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 75?

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 75?

Typical mileage for the Rover 75: 106,122 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 75 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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