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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 827. Check any 827 by registration number below.

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82.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+8.4%

vs Rover Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Rover 827 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 827 has an average MOT pass rate of 82.7%, which is 8.4 percentage points above the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 827 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Rover 827, 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 827 performs at MOT across different model years.

1995

Based on 60 vehicles

75.0%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.3%

1994

Based on 64 vehicles

84.4%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.2%

1993

Based on 45 vehicles

71.1%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

42.4%

1992

Based on 35 vehicles

94.3%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.4%

1990

Based on 49 vehicles

89.8%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

5.1%

0

Based on 110 vehicles

81.8%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

90k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Nearside

10.0%

Front Nearside

6.7%

Front

3.3%

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 827

Rover 827 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 827 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 827?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 827 is 82.7% 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 827?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Rover 827 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.7%, the Rover 827 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 827?
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 827?
Typical mileage for the Rover 827: 89,715 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 827 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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