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P179 FAO

1997 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,241 mi
Last recorded123,241 miles
Recorded on16 May 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover 220108,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 FAO
MakeRover
Model220
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2006 123,241 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 123,240 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2005 105,856 miles

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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P179 FAO is a 1997 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P179 FAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P179 FAO?

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What year was P179 FAO registered?

P179 FAO is a 1997 Rover 220, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P179 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 FAO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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