Rover 114
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 4 model years from 611 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests
611
Model Years
1995 to 1998
Years Covered
4
About the Rover 114
The Rover 114 was MOT tested 611 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 4 model years (1995 to 1998), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.
Reliability Trend
The Rover 114 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1995) averages 49,073 miles, while the newest (1998) averages 45,763 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Rover 114 by Year
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Questions about the Rover 114
Is the Rover 114 reliable?
Across its 4 model years in our data (1995 to 1998), the Rover 114 averages a 76% MOT pass rate, from 611 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
Are newer Rover 114s more reliable?
The Rover 114 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
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