Rover 111 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rover 111 reliable? We analysed 148,670 real MOT tests across 31,890 vehicles to find out.
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The Rover 111 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rover 111.
Rover 111 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rover 111. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rover 111 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rover 111 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rover 111 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rover 111 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rover 111 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rover 111 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rover 111 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rover 111 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 8,615 | 65.5% | 30,608 | 43,930 | 58,503 |
| 1997 | 31,619 | 64.4% | 32,670 | 45,099 | 59,324 |
| 1996 | 40,387 | 62.8% | 37,188 | 50,665 | 65,290 |
| 1995 | 61,835 | 62.1% | 40,430 | 54,330 | 69,465 |
| 1994 | 2,868 | 59.1% | 44,560 | 58,269 | 72,668 |
| 1993 | 1,301 | 57.8% | 46,213 | 61,292 | 76,992 |
| 1992 | 979 | 57.1% | 39,032 | 57,200 | 73,315 |
| 1991 | 643 | 59.9% | 43,069 | 59,276 | 75,084 |
| 1990 | 253 | 59.3% | 47,126 | 58,648 | 73,256 |
How Long Does a Rover 111 Last?
Based on 31,890 Rover 111 vehicles on UK roads.
Rover 111 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rover 111 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Rover 111
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
65.5% MOT pass rate from 8,615 tests
57.1% MOT pass rate from 979 tests
The best year to buy a used Rover 111 is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 65.5% across 8,615 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rover 111 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rover 111 THIS CAR | 62.8% | 148,670 | 50,896 mi | 31 yrs |
| Rover 25 | 72.1% | 1,784,341 | 53,712 mi | 26 yrs |
| Rover 75 | 70.7% | 1,365,354 | 77,595 mi | 27 yrs |
| Rover 214 | 67.6% | 1,033,973 | 75,438 mi | 36 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Citan | 73.7% | 181,008 | 79,993 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Rover 25 (72.1% pass rate) and the Rover 75 (70.7% pass rate), the Rover 111 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Rover 111Should you buy a used Rover 111?
The Rover 111 has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.8% across 148,670 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Rover 111 are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (15,216 recorded failures), subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (12,848), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (9,978). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Rover 111 owner drives around 2,664 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 Rover 111 models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.