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JBM 659V

1979 Rover Allegro

White Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,279 mi
Last recorded62,279 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 1979 Rover Allegro36,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBM 659V
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2014 62,279 miles

offside front wheel bearing noisy slightly

Fail 5 Aug 2014 62,273 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

offside front wheel bearing noisy slightly

Pass 14 Aug 2013 57,320 miles

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

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

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

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

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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JBM 659V is a 1979 Rover Allegro in White with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JBM 659V, 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

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What year was JBM 659V registered?

JBM 659V is a 1979 Rover Allegro, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is JBM 659V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBM 659V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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