Rover 825
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 295 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
81%
Total Tests
295
Model Years
1997 to 1999
Years Covered
3
About the Rover 825
The Rover 825 was MOT tested 295 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1997 to 1999), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1997) averages 78,835 miles, while the newest (1999) averages 82,325 miles.
Compared to the Rover brand average of 74%, the 825 performs 7 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Rover range.
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 825 by Year
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Questions about the Rover 825
Is the Rover 825 reliable?
Across its 3 model years in our data (1997 to 1999), the Rover 825 averages an 81% MOT pass rate, from 295 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 1 point below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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