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R347 ABH

1997 Rover 111

Red Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,396 mi
Last recorded18,396 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover 11145,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 ABH
MakeRover
Model111
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 18,396 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 18,359 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 18,157 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 17,865 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 17,791 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 17,385 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,270 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 15,393 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 14,982 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 14,329 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 13,672 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 9,665 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 8,241 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 6,824 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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R347 ABH is a 1997 Rover 111 in Red with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R347 ABH, 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 R347 ABH registered?

R347 ABH is a 1997 Rover 111, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R347 ABH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 ABH shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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