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R179 LGJ

1997 Rover 111

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

55,487 mi
Last recorded55,487 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover 11145,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 LGJ
MakeRover
Model111
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 55,487 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 54,976 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 54,722 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 54,096 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 54,088 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 51,825 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 49,380 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 47,029 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 44,599 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 42,158 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 38,812 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,389 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 33,851 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 30,422 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 28,044 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 26,430 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 111?

Based on 148,670 MOT tests across 31,890 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
2,664
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
31,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 15,216
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,848
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,978
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,738
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,568
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R179 LGJ is a 1997 Rover 111 in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Rover 111 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 45,099 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 111 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 15,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R179 LGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 111 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 111 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R179 LGJ?

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What year was R179 LGJ registered?

R179 LGJ is a 1997 Rover 111, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R179 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 LGJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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