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P959 TUF

1996 Rover 114

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,885 mi
Last recorded49,885 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Rover 11451,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP959 TUF
MakeRover
Model114
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 49,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 49,811 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 49,674 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 49,392 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 49,066 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 48,680 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 48,514 miles

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2014 47,885 miles

nearside wiper blade poor

rear brake balance poor

rear service brake low

Pass 3 Jun 2013 47,391 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,659 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 45,938 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

rear service brake low efficiency

Fail 1 Jun 2011 45,930 miles

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nearside rear tyre perishing

rear service brake low efficiency

Pass 18 May 2010 45,395 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 45,331 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 44,612 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 43,459 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 43,459 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 42,296 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 40,888 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 114?

Based on 112,346 MOT tests across 22,170 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,640
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
22,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,635
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,015
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,258
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,160
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,111
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P959 TUF is a 1996 Rover 114 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Rover 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 51,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 114 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,635 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P959 TUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P959 TUF registered?

P959 TUF is a 1996 Rover 114, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P959 TUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P959 TUF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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