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EGL 197

1954 Rover 90

Black Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,465 mi
Last recorded98,465 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1954 Rover 9046,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGL 197
MakeRover
Model90
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 98,465 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 98,255 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 95,865 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

o/s/r foot and rear brake low

slight noise from both front wheel bearings

Pass 5 Sep 2013 95,865 miles

o/s/r foot and rear brake low

slight noise from both front wheel bearings

Pass 21 Aug 2012 95,334 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 85,388 miles

slight noise on n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 12 Aug 2010 85,388 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 85,388 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 85,388 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 85,388 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 84,340 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 90?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 86
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 31
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EGL 197 is a 1954 Rover 90 in Black with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1954 Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 46,481 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 90 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EGL 197, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 72 years old, this Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGL 197?

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What year was EGL 197 registered?

EGL 197 is a 1954 Rover 90, first registered on 30 September 1954.

Is EGL 197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGL 197 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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