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L51 VTR

1994 Rover Montego

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,001 mi
Last recorded138,001 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Rover Montego117,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL51 VTR
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 138,001 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 130,567 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 241,692 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 233,962 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 227,789 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate cracked

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

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 220,358 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 218,423 miles

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

all brake and fuel lines been greasded and under sealed

Pass 20 Oct 2012 211,791 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 200,164 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 188,365 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 174,997 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 161,262 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 147,240 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 147,240 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 130,736 miles

slight leak from radiator

slight movement n/s trackrod end

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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L51 VTR is a 1994 Rover Montego in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1994 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 117,082 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 L51 VTR, 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 32 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L51 VTR registered?

L51 VTR is a 1994 Rover Montego, first registered on 9 June 1994.

Is L51 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L51 VTR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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