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R925 GOK

1997 Rover 111

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,438 mi
Last recorded52,438 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover 11145,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR925 GOK
MakeRover
Model111
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2025 52,438 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor close to nearside radius arm / subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch / above nearside radius arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened as marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail due to top and bottom sections holed due to corrosion as marked (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2024 51,858 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 51,102 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 50,189 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

sill trims fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2021 49,268 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 48,165 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 47,490 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 46,105 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 44,713 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 43,393 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 43,393 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 41,987 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 39,192 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 35,970 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 35,970 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 32,843 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 30,730 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 28,854 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 26,973 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 25,227 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 23,569 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 22,278 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 20,623 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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R925 GOK is a 1997 Rover 111 in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R925 GOK, 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 R925 GOK registered?

R925 GOK is a 1997 Rover 111, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R925 GOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R925 GOK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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