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P456 MHP

1997 Rover 220

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,644 mi
Last recorded171,644 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 220108,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 MHP
MakeRover
Model220
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2010 171,644 miles

corrosion to nearside rear metal brake pipe (flex to cylinder)

corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe(flex to cylinder)

front tyres different size from rear

nearside rear foot brake low effort

offside bottom ball joint slight play

offside front brake disc slight pitting

oil leaks

Pass 22 May 2008 154,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2007 147,278 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 147,278 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2006 136,235 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 136,235 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P456 MHP is a 1997 Rover 220 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P456 MHP, 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 P456 MHP registered?

P456 MHP is a 1997 Rover 220, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P456 MHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P456 MHP shows 6 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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