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WLT 919

1989 Rover Vitesse

Green Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,626 mi
Last recorded37,626 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Vitesse123,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLT 919
MakeRover
ModelVitesse
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2025 37,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 37,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 37,194 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Vitesse?

Based on 2,151 MOT tests across 517 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
3,031
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
517
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 120
Brake pipe excessively corroded 114
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112
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WLT 919 is a 1989 Rover Vitesse in Green with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Rover Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 123,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Vitesse fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WLT 919, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Vitesse typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Rover Vitesse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WLT 919?

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What year was WLT 919 registered?

WLT 919 is a 1989 Rover Vitesse, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is WLT 919 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLT 919 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WLT 919 have outstanding finance?

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