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P138 LTW

1997 Rover 220

Purple Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

159,124 mi
Last recorded159,124 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 220108,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 LTW
MakeRover
Model220
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 159,124 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 147,552 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 147,552 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 134,772 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 134,772 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

play in offside of steering rack

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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P138 LTW is a 1997 Rover 220 in Purple with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 108,744 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 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P138 LTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P138 LTW registered?

P138 LTW is a 1997 Rover 220, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is P138 LTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P138 LTW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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