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NKU 485R

1976 Rover Allegro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,052 mi
Last recorded69,052 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 1976 Rover Allegro49,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKU 485R
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 69,052 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 69,030 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 69,017 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 68,998 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 68,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.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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NKU 485R is a 1976 Rover Allegro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 NKU 485R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NKU 485R?

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What year was NKU 485R registered?

NKU 485R is a 1976 Rover Allegro, first registered on 7 September 1976.

Is NKU 485R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKU 485R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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