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L53 TKC

1993 Rover Montego

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,994 mi
Last recorded130,994 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2005
Typical for 1993 Rover Montego113,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL53 TKC
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2005 130,994 miles

advise both rear wheel bearings have slight play

advise exhaust front pipe is very corroded

advise front edge of bonnet is corroded

advise front number plate is water damaged

advise nearside head lamp image is a bit misty not sharp

advise offside rear bumper is damaged

advise rear brake pipes are corroded

advise vehicle wet at time of test

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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L53 TKC is a 1993 Rover Montego in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 113,288 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 L53 TKC, 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 33 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L53 TKC registered?

L53 TKC is a 1993 Rover Montego, first registered on 17 November 1993.

Is L53 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L53 TKC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L53 TKC have outstanding finance?

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