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R251 CGN

1997 Rover 111

Red Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,122 mi
Last recorded70,122 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Rover 11145,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 CGN
MakeRover
Model111
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 70,122 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 61,971 miles

Both rear tyres worn low

Only just met required braking efficiency for foot and handbrake

Fail 10 Nov 2017 61,882 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle lower effort at n/s (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release no access to stalk? (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release no access to stalk? (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

drivers seat cushion not secured

Pass 11 Nov 2016 54,559 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 45,674 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 45,674 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 40,523 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 32,924 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 28,204 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 27,001 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 26,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,808 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 26,692 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 26,576 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 26,377 miles

front suspension low

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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R251 CGN is a 1997 Rover 111 in Red with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R251 CGN, 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

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What year was R251 CGN registered?

R251 CGN is a 1997 Rover 111, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R251 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 CGN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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