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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 623. Check any 623 by registration number below.

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60.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-14.0%

vs Rover Avg

5

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Rover 623 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 623 has an average MOT pass rate of 60.3%, which is 14.0 percentage points below the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This suggests the 623 can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

Before buying a used Rover 623, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Rover 623 performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 94 vehicles

52.1%Below Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

26.8%

1998

Based on 39 vehicles

69.2%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1997

Based on 47 vehicles

51.1%Below Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

59.3%

1995

Based on 43 vehicles

60.5%Below Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

33.3%

0

Based on 105 vehicles

68.6%Average
Rover average: 74.3%
Mileage at 5yr

92k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

9.6%

Front Nearside

6.4%

Rear Nearside

6.4%

Other Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Rover models.

Rover 25

67.2% pass rate

Rover Metro

68.7% pass rate

Rover 418

82.9% pass rate

Rover 620

55.0% pass rate

Rover 75

63.6% pass rate

Rover 214

65.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Rover 623

Rover 623 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 623 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 623?
The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 623 is 60.3% compared to the Rover average of 74.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Rover 623?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Rover 623 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 60.3%, the Rover 623 is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Rover 623?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Rover 623?
Typical mileage for the Rover 623: 91,550 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 623 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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