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OVS 861W

1980 Rover Allegro

Brown Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,543 mi
Last recorded27,543 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 Rover Allegro55,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVS 861W
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 27,543 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 23,287 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 16,789 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 15,812 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 15,648 miles

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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OVS 861W is a 1980 Rover Allegro in Brown with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 55,221 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 OVS 861W, 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 46 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 OVS 861W?

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What year was OVS 861W registered?

OVS 861W is a 1980 Rover Allegro, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is OVS 861W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVS 861W shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OVS 861W have outstanding finance?

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