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R317 TAU

1997 Rover 100

Green Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,487 mi
Last recorded28,487 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover 10047,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 TAU
MakeRover
Model100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 28,487 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 27,006 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

the front suspention level is low and should be kept in check

Pass 20 Jun 2023 26,655 miles

the vehicle underside is repaired and should be kept in check

Pass 17 Jun 2022 26,189 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside corroded and should be kept in check (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 25,949 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 25,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 24,568 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 23,503 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 23,456 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 23,374 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,237 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,144 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 23,144 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 23,090 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 23,048 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 22,927 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 22,740 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 22,552 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 22,552 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

suspension requires pumping up caused damage to both front pipe and sump

Pass 22 Jul 2008 22,048 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,199 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 20,417 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 100?

Based on 154,303 MOT tests across 30,042 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
2,742
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
30,042
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 13,250
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10,901
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,840
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,073
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,400
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R317 TAU is a 1997 Rover 100 in Green with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Rover 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 47,151 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 100 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 13,250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R317 TAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R317 TAU registered?

R317 TAU is a 1997 Rover 100, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R317 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 TAU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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