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S359 UPW

1998 Rover Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

110,930 mi
Last recorded110,930 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover Mgf57,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS359 UPW
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2015 110,930 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 105,676 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 101,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 101,623 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 96,948 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 93,930 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 87,699 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 84,333 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 76,138 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 61,477 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2006 61,477 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Rover Mgf?

Based on 3,427 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
2,252
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 185
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 168
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
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S359 UPW is a 1998 Rover Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 57,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 229 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S359 UPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Rover Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S359 UPW registered?

S359 UPW is a 1998 Rover Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S359 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S359 UPW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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