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N490 HTP

1996 Rover MG

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,067 mi
Last recorded52,067 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2005
Typical for 1996 Rover MG60,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN490 HTP
MakeRover
ModelMG
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2005 52,067 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 52,067 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Rover MG?

Based on 1,266 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 60
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 42
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 42
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37
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N490 HTP is a 1996 Rover MG in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Rover MG models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 60,441 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover MG fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N490 HTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover MG typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Rover MG is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N490 HTP?

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What year was N490 HTP registered?

N490 HTP is a 1996 Rover MG, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N490 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N490 HTP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N490 HTP have outstanding finance?

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