CarVerify

Free Car Check

N170 BRD

1996 Rover Mgf

Green Petrol 1790cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,272 mi
Last recorded79,272 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2008
Typical for 1996 Rover Mgf65,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 BRD
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,790cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2008 79,272 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 72,908 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 72,908 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Advise SRS light on

Advise engine rattle evident

Advise exhaust downpipe flexi in poor condition

Advise front brake discs showing light surface corrosion

Advise nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Advise oil leak evident

Advise rear exhaust silencer outer skin rustie

Advise rear number plate showing water ingress

Advise slight play in nearside and offside front wheel bearings

Advise slight play in nearside and offside rear upper track arm ball joints

Advise suspension setting low

How Reliable is the Rover Mgf?

Based on 3,427 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
2,252
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 185
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 168
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
Full Rover Mgf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N170 BRD is a 1996 Rover Mgf in Green with a 1,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 65,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 229 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N170 BRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Rover Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N170 BRD?

You can check the full history of N170 BRD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N170 BRD registered?

N170 BRD is a 1996 Rover Mgf, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N170 BRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N170 BRD 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.

Does N170 BRD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N170 BRD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.