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R287 PHG

1997 Rover Mgf

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,236 mi
Last recorded73,236 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Rover Mgf68,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 PHG
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 73,236 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 73,227 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 72,965 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 71,290 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2013 56,387 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2011 58,949 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 49,390 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s & o/s rear inner sills corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2009 41,167 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2009 41,167 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 36,681 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 36,681 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2007 35,346 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 35,346 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 29,206 miles

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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R287 PHG is a 1997 Rover Mgf in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 68,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R287 PHG, 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 29 years old, this Rover Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R287 PHG registered?

R287 PHG is a 1997 Rover Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R287 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R287 PHG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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