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CDZ 2196

1987 Rover Montego

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,799 mi
Last recorded50,799 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Rover Montego52,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDZ 2196
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 50,799 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 49,731 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 48,641 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

brake pad wear indicator on dash

Pass 17 Jun 2022 47,503 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 47,503 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 46,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 180/65/365 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 180/65/365 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 46,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 180/65/365 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 180/65/365 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 180/65/365 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Rover Montego?

Based on 15,359 MOT tests across 3,882 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
3,882
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,469
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,015
constant velocity joint gaiter split 965
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 820
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CDZ 2196 is a 1987 Rover Montego in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 52,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Montego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CDZ 2196, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Montego typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 39 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CDZ 2196?

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What year was CDZ 2196 registered?

CDZ 2196 is a 1987 Rover Montego, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is CDZ 2196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDZ 2196 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDZ 2196 have outstanding finance?

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