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P726 JOP

1997 Rover 100

Purple Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,888 mi
Last recorded158,888 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Rover 10047,151 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP726 JOP
MakeRover
Model100
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 158,888 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 19,993 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 19,270 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 19,107 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 19,107 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 18,786 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 18,786 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 18,507 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 17,974 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 17,516 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 17,025 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 16,546 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 15,929 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 15,240 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 14,587 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 100?

Based on 154,303 MOT tests across 30,042 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
2,742
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
30,042
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 13,250
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10,901
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,840
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,073
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,400
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P726 JOP is a 1997 Rover 100 in Purple with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Rover 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 47,151 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 100 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 13,250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P726 JOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P726 JOP registered?

P726 JOP is a 1997 Rover 100, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P726 JOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P726 JOP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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