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EWU 295T

1979 Rover Allegro

Brown Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,013 mi
Last recorded23,013 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Rover Allegro36,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWU 295T
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 23,013 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 22,968 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 12 Jul 2016 22,966 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 12 Jul 2016 22,964 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 28 Jul 2015 22,962 miles

Front both brake discs slightly pitted

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 22,962 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front both brake discs slightly pitted

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 22,956 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 22,950 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2012 22,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 22,942 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 22,940 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 22,938 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 22,936 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 22,920 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 22,918 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Allegro?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 70
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43
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EWU 295T is a 1979 Rover Allegro in Brown with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 36,680 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Allegro fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EWU 295T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Allegro typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 47 years old, this Rover Allegro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EWU 295T?

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What year was EWU 295T registered?

EWU 295T is a 1979 Rover Allegro, first registered on 13 March 1979.

Is EWU 295T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWU 295T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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