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G279 VPF

1990 Rover Montego

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,843 mi
Last recorded111,843 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2007
Typical for 1990 Rover Montego79,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG279 VPF
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2007 111,843 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 106,601 miles

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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G279 VPF is a 1990 Rover Montego in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 79,838 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 G279 VPF, 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 36 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G279 VPF registered?

G279 VPF is a 1990 Rover Montego, first registered on 21 April 1990.

Is G279 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G279 VPF shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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