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Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto reliable? We analysed 377 real MOT tests across 107 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 377 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
59.4%
Typical Mileage
100,004mi
Annual Mileage
3,254mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
37yrs

The Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto.

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

59.1%
1989

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 91
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 51
Brake pipe excessively corroded 50
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 24
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 20
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 16

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,091 mi/yr
Typical
3,254 mi/yr
Average
5,449 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,872 mi/yr

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1989 357 59.1% 56,953 100,068 130,086

How Long Does a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Last?

Based on 107 Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
17.7 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
37 years

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
100,004 mi
75th Percentile
130,086 mi
95th Percentile
173,698 mi
Max Recorded
241,468 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto

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

Best year
1989

59.1% MOT pass rate from 357 tests

The best year to buy a used Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto is 1989, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 59.1% across 357 tests.

How Does the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto THIS CAR 59.4% 377 100,004 mi 37 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
Jaguar E-pace Rdynamic Hse MHEV AWD A 92% 261 23,957 mi — yrs

Compared to the Rover 25 (72.1% pass rate) and the Rover 75 (70.7% pass rate), the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto?

The Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.4% across 377 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto are body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (91 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (74), and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (51). 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 Range Rover Vogue SE Auto owner drives around 3,254 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 Range Rover Vogue SE Auto models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.

Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto reliable?
Based on 377 MOT tests, the Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto has a 59.4% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto?
The most common MOT failures are body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto do per year?
The typical Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto does around 3,254 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto last?
Most Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto models stay on UK roads for around 37 years based on our analysis of 107 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto?
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 Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto is 1989 with a 59.1% pass rate across 357 tests.