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R849 CGN

1997 Rover 100

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

62,075 mi
Last recorded62,075 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2005
Typical for 1997 Rover 10047,151 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 CGN
MakeRover
Model100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2005 62,075 miles

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

oil leak

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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R849 CGN is a 1997 Rover 100 in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R849 CGN, 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

How do I check the history of R849 CGN?

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What year was R849 CGN registered?

R849 CGN is a 1997 Rover 100, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R849 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R849 CGN 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.

Does R849 CGN have outstanding finance?

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