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MDL 426P

1976 Rover Allegro

Blue Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,507 mi
Last recorded57,507 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1976 Rover Allegro49,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDL 426P
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 57,507 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 56,569 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 56,569 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2018 55,942 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 55,737 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both dip beams not working (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam both main beams not working (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch/wing panel (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front front brake binding unable to check wheel bearing (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake binding unable to check wheel bearing (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn slightly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

battery in low state of charge

minor oil leak

nearside front floor panel corroded,, recommend attention

sill covers fitted. limiting view

slight noise on rotation of nearside front wheel,, recommend check

slight wear/play in steering rack

Fail 23 Jun 2015 55,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 55,373 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front floor to inner sill has slight corrosion.

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

Fail 26 Jun 2014 55,373 miles

Offside Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front floor to inner sill has slight corrosion.

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 55,119 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front floor to inner sill has slight corrosion.

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 54,824 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 54,504 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 53,896 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 53,896 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 53,306 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 52,650 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 52,648 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 52,219 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 52,219 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 51,868 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 51,868 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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MDL 426P is a 1976 Rover Allegro in Blue with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1976 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 49,002 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 Allegro fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MDL 426P, 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 50 years old, this Rover Allegro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MDL 426P is a 1976 Rover Allegro, first registered on 1 July 1976.

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