ROVER 623 (1997)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 43 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
43
Avg Mileage
102,058 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1997 ROVER 623 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the ROVER brand average of 74%.
At 27 years old, 67% of ROVER 623s from 1997 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 43 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 102,058 miles.
How does the 1997 ROVER 623 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1997 ROVER 623 has 102,058 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 199,800 miles for a 27-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1997 ROVER 623 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1997 ROVER 623
The 1997 ROVER 623 is a large car with a 2256cc petrol engine. 43 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 1997 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 102,058 miles at 27 years old, ROVER 623 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1997 ROVER 623 Fuel Costs
The 2256cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1997 ROVER 623?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1997 ROVER 623
At 27 years old, the ROVER 623 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 43 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1997 ROVER 623
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1996) 67% pass rate (same) from 8,643 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1999) 71% pass rate (+4%) from 8,442 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1999) 78% pass rate (+11%) from 7,815 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1997) 76% pass rate (+9%) from 5,880 tests