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LAZ 4538

1997 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,777 mi
Last recorded76,777 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 220108,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 4538
MakeRover
Model220
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2012 76,777 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 74,824 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 72,300 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 72,293 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 70,609 miles

advise both rear outer sill scabby and rusting

asvise slight blow from frront exhaust flexi

Pass 28 Jul 2007 69,022 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 67,435 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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LAZ 4538 is a 1997 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 108,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAZ 4538, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LAZ 4538 registered?

LAZ 4538 is a 1997 Rover 220, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is LAZ 4538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAZ 4538 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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