Rover 618 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rover 618 reliable? We analysed 114,474 real MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles to find out.
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The Rover 618 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, constant velocity joint gaiter split and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rover 618.
Rover 618 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rover 618. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rover 618 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rover 618 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rover 618 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rover 618 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rover 618 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rover 618 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rover 618 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rover 618 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 79 | 62.0% | 56,318 | 78,578 | 114,675 |
| 1999 | 36,768 | 66.5% | 61,326 | 82,098 | 107,074 |
| 1998 | 30,190 | 64.3% | 72,620 | 94,619 | 119,964 |
| 1997 | 32,214 | 63.7% | 78,135 | 100,720 | 126,208 |
| 1996 | 15,179 | 62.3% | 79,628 | 100,648 | 125,374 |
How Long Does a Rover 618 Last?
Based on 14,862 Rover 618 vehicles on UK roads.
Rover 618 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rover 618 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 618
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.5% MOT pass rate from 36,768 tests
62.0% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
The best year to buy a used Rover 618 is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.5% across 36,768 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rover 618 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rover 618 THIS CAR | 64.6% | 114,474 | 93,181 mi | 30 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 |
| Alfa Romeo GT | 68.7% | 118,469 | 75,495 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Rover 25 (72.1% pass rate) and the Rover 75 (70.7% pass rate), the Rover 618 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Rover 618Should you buy a used Rover 618?
The Rover 618 has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.6% across 114,474 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Rover 618 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (14,477 recorded failures), constant velocity joint gaiter split (11,974), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (9,324). 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 618 owner drives around 5,486 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 618 models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.