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P190 DCE

1997 Rover Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,155 mi
Last recorded74,155 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Rover Vitesse96,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP190 DCE
MakeRover
ModelVitesse
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2011 74,155 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 63,671 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 55,927 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 50,423 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 49,652 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 48,703 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Vitesse?

Based on 2,151 MOT tests across 517 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
3,031
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
517
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 120
Brake pipe excessively corroded 114
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112
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P190 DCE is a 1997 Rover Vitesse in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 96,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Vitesse fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P190 DCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Vitesse typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Rover Vitesse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P190 DCE registered?

P190 DCE is a 1997 Rover Vitesse, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P190 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P190 DCE shows 6 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 P190 DCE have outstanding finance?

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