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L716 OWG

1994 Rover Montego

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,556 mi
Last recorded85,556 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2008
Typical for 1994 Rover Montego117,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL716 OWG
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jan 2008 85,556 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

n/s/f indicator lens missing

o/s mirror slightly loose

o/s/r lamp lens cracked

power steering pump damp

Pass 11 Jan 2007 78,895 miles

n/s/f indicator lens missing

Fail 10 Jan 2007 78,895 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f indicator lens missing

Pass 17 Jan 2006 71,823 miles

slight surface corrosion to o/s/r outer sill

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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L716 OWG is a 1994 Rover Montego in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L716 OWG, 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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How do I check the history of L716 OWG?

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What year was L716 OWG registered?

L716 OWG is a 1994 Rover Montego, first registered on 29 April 1994.

Is L716 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L716 OWG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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