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ALV 297X

1981 Rover Princess

Beige Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,912 mi
Last recorded44,912 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALV 297X
MakeRover
ModelPrincess
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2017 44,912 miles

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed slight lift in door hinge (6.2.B.2)

corrosion to various parts of floors

corrosion to various suspension componants

How Reliable is the Rover Princess?

Based on 778 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
brake recording little or no effort 25
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Stop lamp not working 19
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ALV 297X is a 1981 Rover Princess in Beige with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Rover Princess fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALV 297X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 45 years old, this Rover Princess is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of ALV 297X?

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What year was ALV 297X registered?

ALV 297X is a 1981 Rover Princess, first registered on 16 September 1981.

Is ALV 297X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALV 297X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALV 297X have outstanding finance?

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