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Coleman Milne Rosedale Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Coleman Milne Rosedale reliable? We analysed 1,841 real MOT tests across 327 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,841 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.8%
Typical Mileage
21,293mi
Annual Mileage
4,205mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Coleman Milne Rosedale is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Coleman Milne Rosedale.

Coleman Milne Rosedale Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Coleman Milne Rosedale. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Coleman Milne Rosedale MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Coleman Milne Rosedale to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83.3%
2021
79.8%
2020
84.4%
2019
83.1%
2018
86%
2017
87.7%
2016

Coleman Milne Rosedale Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Coleman Milne Rosedale models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10

Coleman Milne Rosedale Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Coleman Milne Rosedale owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,534 mi/yr
Typical
4,205 mi/yr
Average
4,626 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,237 mi/yr

Coleman Milne Rosedale MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Coleman Milne Rosedale year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 66 83.3% 7,436 10,733 14,847
2020 223 79.8% 16,410 21,688 28,738
2019 302 84.4% 10,680 15,846 25,656
2018 337 83.1% 17,189 23,617 34,190
2017 479 86.0% 16,722 24,674 35,511
2016 365 87.7% 14,768 22,052 32,747

How Long Does a Coleman Milne Rosedale Last?

Based on 327 Coleman Milne Rosedale vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.9 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Coleman Milne Rosedale Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Coleman Milne Rosedale MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,293 mi
75th Percentile
31,656 mi
95th Percentile
48,962 mi
Max Recorded
82,758 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Coleman Milne Rosedale

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2016

87.7% MOT pass rate from 365 tests

Year to avoid
2020

79.8% MOT pass rate from 223 tests

The best year to buy a used Coleman Milne Rosedale is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.7% across 365 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Coleman Milne Rosedale Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Coleman Milne Rosedale THIS CAR 84.8% 1,841 21,293 mi 10 yrs
Coleman Milne Norwood 80.3% 1,806 27,798 mi 10 yrs
Coleman Milne Ford Fairlane Dorchester 74.6% 1,710 61,004 mi 24 yrs
Nissan Juke Enigma Dig-t 88% 856 24,272 mi — yrs
BMW F800ST 89.1% 3,197 19,836 mi 20 yrs

Compared to the Coleman Milne Norwood (80.3% pass rate) and the Coleman Milne Ford Fairlane Dorchester (74.6% pass rate), the Coleman Milne Rosedale outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Coleman Milne Rosedale?

The Coleman Milne Rosedale has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.8% across 1,841 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Coleman Milne Rosedale with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Coleman Milne Rosedale owner drives around 4,205 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Coleman Milne Rosedale models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Coleman Milne Rosedale — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Coleman Milne Rosedale reliable?
Based on 1,841 MOT tests, the Coleman Milne Rosedale has a 84.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Coleman Milne Rosedale?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Coleman Milne Rosedale do per year?
The typical Coleman Milne Rosedale does around 4,205 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Coleman Milne Rosedale last?
Most Coleman Milne Rosedale models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 327 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Coleman Milne Rosedale?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Coleman Milne Rosedale?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Coleman Milne Rosedale is 2016 with a 87.7% pass rate across 365 tests.