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L251 VTL

1993 Rover Vitesse

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,609 mi
Last recorded158,609 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2007
Typical for 1993 Rover Vitesse118,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL251 VTL
MakeRover
ModelVitesse
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Dec 2007 158,609 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2006 155,169 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 152,141 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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L251 VTL is a 1993 Rover Vitesse in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Rover Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 118,419 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 L251 VTL, 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 33 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 L251 VTL?

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What year was L251 VTL registered?

L251 VTL is a 1993 Rover Vitesse, first registered on 6 September 1993.

Is L251 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L251 VTL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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