Rover Allegro Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rover Allegro reliable? We analysed 1,273 real MOT tests across 222 vehicles to find out.
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The Rover Allegro is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rover Allegro.
Rover Allegro Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rover Allegro. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rover Allegro MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rover Allegro to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rover Allegro Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rover Allegro fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rover Allegro Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rover Allegro owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rover Allegro MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rover Allegro year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 58 | 67.2% | 50,570 | 58,138 | 74,434 |
| 1981 | 86 | 73.3% | 46,073 | 61,888 | 69,139 |
| 1980 | 157 | 72.6% | 33,172 | 55,221 | 71,450 |
| 1979 | 275 | 66.2% | 26,203 | 36,680 | 59,948 |
| 1978 | 284 | 71.8% | 28,318 | 46,871 | 73,798 |
| 1977 | 112 | 72.3% | 27,582 | 36,464 | 58,821 |
| 1976 | 121 | 68.6% | 25,671 | 49,002 | 74,894 |
| 1975 | 89 | 71.9% | 32,969 | 50,951 | 58,863 |
| 1974 | 53 | 77.4% | 41,100 | 45,699 | 56,401 |
How Long Does a Rover Allegro Last?
Based on 222 Rover Allegro vehicles on UK roads.
Rover Allegro Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rover Allegro 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 Allegro
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.4% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
66.2% MOT pass rate from 275 tests
The best year to buy a used Rover Allegro is 1974, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.4% across 53 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rover Allegro Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rover Allegro THIS CAR | 70.5% | 1,273 | 47,497 mi | 52 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 |
| Ducati 1199 Panigale Abs | 90.4% | 1,825 | 7,759 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Rover 25 (72.1% pass rate) and the Rover 75 (70.7% pass rate), the Rover Allegro trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Rover AllegroShould you buy a used Rover Allegro?
The Rover Allegro has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% across 1,273 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Rover Allegro are brake binding (70 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (69), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (59). 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 Allegro owner drives around 363 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 Allegro models stay on UK roads for around 52 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.