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P483 EOB

1997 Rover Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,993 mi
Last recorded178,993 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover Mgf68,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP483 EOB
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 May 2014 178,993 miles

Both dip beam patterns fading

Brake and fuel lines corroded

O/S/F tyre low tread inner edge

Slight play to O/S/F track rod end

Pass 1 Jun 2013 173,151 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 172,322 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2011 171,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 162,740 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 147,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 129,067 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 113,238 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mgf?

Based on 3,427 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
2,252
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 185
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 168
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
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P483 EOB is a 1997 Rover Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 68,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 229 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P483 EOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Rover Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P483 EOB registered?

P483 EOB is a 1997 Rover Mgf, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P483 EOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P483 EOB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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