24 Model Years Analyzed
Rover 75
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1948-2008), based on 12,279 DVSA recorded tests.
70.9%
Average Pass Rate
24
Model Years
12k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2004 Rover 75 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
10 tests
25 tests
302 tests
1,668 tests
3,451 tests
2,784 tests
2,076 tests
1,129 tests
589 tests
216 tests
3 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
3 tests
2 tests
4 tests
1 tests
2 tests
1 tests
2 tests
2 tests
3 tests
2 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3A bonnet that cannot be safely secured in the closed position
- 4Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 5Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Rover 75?
The Rover 75 has an average 70.9% MOT pass rate across model years 1948 to 2008, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Rover 75?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Rover 75 across all years are: brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a bonnet that cannot be safely secured in the closed position. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Rover 75 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Rover 75 model years.