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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 800. Check any 800 by registration number below.

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75.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.5%

vs Rover Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Rover 800 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 800 has an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, which is 1.5 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 800 on the road.

Before buying a used Rover 800, 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 800 performs at MOT across different model years.

1996

Based on 34 vehicles

79.4%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

9.1%

0

Based on 36 vehicles

72.2%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

23.5%

Rear Offside Outer

11.8%

Rear Nearside Outer

5.9%

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

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 800

Rover 800 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 800 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 800?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 800 is 75.8% 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 800?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Rover 800 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, the Rover 800 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 800?
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 800?
Typical mileage for the Rover 800: 99,479 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 800 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Rover 800's MOT History

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