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Rover Montego

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 136 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

74%

Total Tests

136

Model Years

1992 to 1994

Years Covered

3

About the Rover Montego

The Rover Montego was MOT tested 136 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1992 to 1994), with an average pass rate of 74%. That's 8 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 diesel and petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1992) averages 114,406 miles, while the newest (1994) averages 141,799 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 1998cc)
£1,397
Road Tax
£375
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,177
Per month£181/mo

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.

Full 1994 details

How reliable is the Rover Montego?

vs average of all models-8% (82% avg)
vs Rover brand average+0% (74% avg)

Rover Montego by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199482%57141,799 mi
199367%48101,513 mi
199274%31114,406 mi

Questions about the Rover Montego

Is the Rover Montego reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (1992 to 1994), the Rover Montego averages a 74% MOT pass rate, from 136 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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