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R602 PHG

1998 Rover MG

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,516 mi
Last recorded59,516 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2005
Typical for 1998 Rover MG51,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 PHG
MakeRover
ModelMG
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2005 59,516 miles

How Reliable is the Rover MG?

Based on 1,266 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 60
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 42
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 42
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37
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R602 PHG is a 1998 Rover MG in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover MG models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 51,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover MG fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R602 PHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover MG typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Rover MG is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R602 PHG registered?

R602 PHG is a 1998 Rover MG, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R602 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R602 PHG shows 1 test 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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