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R59 RFP

1997 Rover 111

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,655 mi
Last recorded57,655 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 11145,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 RFP
MakeRover
Model111
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 57,655 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 56,323 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 56,323 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 55,597 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 55,597 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

floor to sill and foor has light corosion noted at time of test but could not be penatrated using mot tools and method

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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R59 RFP is a 1997 Rover 111 in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R59 RFP, 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 R59 RFP registered?

R59 RFP is a 1997 Rover 111, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R59 RFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R59 RFP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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