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PLW 274R

1976 Rover Allegro

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,324 mi
Last recorded30,324 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 1976 Rover Allegro49,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLW 274R
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 30,324 miles

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

slight corrosion on nsf chassis leg

Fail 1 Mar 2023 30,314 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

slight corrosion on nsf chassis leg

Pass 31 May 2019 26,991 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 25,565 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,560 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 25,557 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 25,493 miles

Offside Front outerfloor and sill edge corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2015 25,487 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,477 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 25,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 25,418 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 25,391 miles

N/S engine mounting weak

Pass 12 Jun 2010 25,176 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 25,070 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 24,991 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 24,991 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 24,867 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 24,867 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 24,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Rover Allegro?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 70
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43
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PLW 274R is a 1976 Rover Allegro in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1976 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 49,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Allegro fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLW 274R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Allegro typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 50 years old, this Rover Allegro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLW 274R registered?

PLW 274R is a 1976 Rover Allegro, first registered on 17 September 1976.

Is PLW 274R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLW 274R shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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