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R147 ENF

1996 Rover Mgf

Black Petrol 1790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,024 mi
Last recorded71,024 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2006
Typical for 1996 Rover Mgf65,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 ENF
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,790cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2006 71,024 miles

Hand brake lever nearly at full travel

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 1 Dec 2006 70,811 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/srb shocker bush slightly worn o/s rack rod slightly worn

Pass 25 Nov 2005 56,822 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 56,822 miles

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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R147 ENF is a 1996 Rover Mgf in Black with a 1,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 65,136 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R147 ENF, 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 30 years old, this Rover Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R147 ENF registered?

R147 ENF is a 1996 Rover Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is R147 ENF safe to buy?

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