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P21 TNG

1997 Rover 618

Red Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,202 mi
Last recorded101,202 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover 618100,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 TNG
MakeRover
Model618
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 101,202 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf and nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 101,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf and nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 99,125 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Osf,Nsr and Osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 99,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Osf,Nsr and Osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 99,069 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 95,890 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 94,617 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 94,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 92,661 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 92,412 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 91,841 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 90,996 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 90,146 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 89,273 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 86,710 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 81,776 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 78,172 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 73,796 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 66,893 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 60,752 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 54,554 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 48,811 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 618?

Based on 114,474 MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
5,486
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,477
constant velocity joint gaiter split 11,974
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,324
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,983
Stop lamp not working 6,593
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P21 TNG is a 1997 Rover 618 in Red with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Rover 618 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 100,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 618 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P21 TNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 618 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 618 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P21 TNG registered?

P21 TNG is a 1997 Rover 618, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P21 TNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P21 TNG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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