Rover 114 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rover 114 reliable? We analysed 112,346 real MOT tests across 22,170 vehicles to find out.
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The Rover 114 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 parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rover 114.
Rover 114 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rover 114. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rover 114 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rover 114 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rover 114 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rover 114 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rover 114 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rover 114 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rover 114 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rover 114 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 437 | 66.1% | 24,642 | 37,072 | 57,414 |
| 1998 | 15,435 | 65.8% | 31,910 | 44,876 | 58,759 |
| 1997 | 40,373 | 64.0% | 36,343 | 49,262 | 63,443 |
| 1996 | 30,790 | 63.3% | 37,133 | 51,120 | 65,484 |
| 1995 | 24,621 | 63.0% | 38,472 | 52,396 | 68,418 |
| 1994 | 346 | 56.4% | 43,723 | 57,338 | 72,409 |
| 1993 | 131 | 61.1% | 41,799 | 55,711 | 74,906 |
| 1992 | 71 | 63.4% | 49,092 | 65,904 | 96,490 |
How Long Does a Rover 114 Last?
Based on 22,170 Rover 114 vehicles on UK roads.
Rover 114 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rover 114 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 114
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.1% MOT pass rate from 437 tests
56.4% MOT pass rate from 346 tests
The best year to buy a used Rover 114 is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.1% across 437 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rover 114 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rover 114 THIS CAR | 63.8% | 112,346 | 49,874 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 |
| Ford Escort Van | 58.4% | 45,183 | 54,512 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Rover 25 (72.1% pass rate) and the Rover 75 (70.7% pass rate), the Rover 114 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Rover 114Should you buy a used Rover 114?
The Rover 114 has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.8% across 112,346 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Rover 114 are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (11,635 recorded failures), subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (8,015), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (7,258). 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 114 owner drives around 2,640 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 114 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.