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ARE 38S

1978 Rover Allegro

Black Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,452 mi
Last recorded49,452 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1978 Rover Allegro46,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARE 38S
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 49,452 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Allegro?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 70
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43
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ARE 38S is a 1978 Rover Allegro in Black with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 46,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Allegro fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARE 38S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Allegro typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Rover Allegro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ARE 38S?

You can check the full history of ARE 38S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ARE 38S registered?

ARE 38S is a 1978 Rover Allegro, first registered on 5 July 1978.

Is ARE 38S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARE 38S 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 ARE 38S have outstanding finance?

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