11 Model Years Analyzed
Rover P5
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1960-1973), based on 36 DVSA recorded tests.
80.6%
Average Pass Rate
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Most Tested Year
1972 Rover P5 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 2Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement
- 3Brakes 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.
- 4A suspension pin, bush or joint likely to become detached
- 5Power steering fluid leaking or system malfunctioning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Rover P5?
The Rover P5 has an average 80.6% MOT pass rate across model years 1960 to 1973, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Rover P5?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Rover P5 across all years are: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, 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.. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Rover P5 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 P5 model years.