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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover SD1. Check any SD1 by registration number below.

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80.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.0%

vs Rover Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Rover SD1 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover SD1 has an average MOT pass rate of 80.4%, which is 6.0 percentage points above the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the SD1 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Rover SD1, 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 SD1 performs at MOT across different model years.

1987

Based on 61 vehicles

86.9%Excellent
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.1%

1986

Based on 106 vehicles

77.4%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

20.3%

1985

Based on 131 vehicles

77.9%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

21.3%

1984

Based on 107 vehicles

82.2%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.0%

1983

Based on 35 vehicles

74.3%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Retest Rate

42.9%

0

Based on 200 vehicles

83.5%Good
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

87k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front

6.6%

Rear Nearside

3.3%

Nearside

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 SD1

Rover SD1 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover SD1 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover SD1?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover SD1 is 80.4% 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 SD1?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Rover SD1 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 80.4%, the Rover SD1 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 SD1?
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 SD1?
Typical mileage for the Rover SD1: 87,300 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used SD1 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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