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NCW 618T

1978 Rover Allegro

Blue Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,523 mi
Last recorded58,523 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 Rover Allegro46,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCW 618T
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 58,523 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 58,504 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 58,504 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2014 58,234 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 58,234 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 58,200 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 57,743 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2007 57,743 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 May 2007 57,743 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Rover Allegro?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 70
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43
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NCW 618T is a 1978 Rover Allegro in Blue with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 46,871 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 Allegro fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NCW 618T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Allegro typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Rover Allegro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NCW 618T?

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What year was NCW 618T registered?

NCW 618T is a 1978 Rover Allegro, first registered on 13 November 1978.

Is NCW 618T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCW 618T shows 9 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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