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OFT 887R

1977 Rover Allegro

Gold Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

10,384 mi
Last recorded10,384 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Rover Allegro36,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFT 887R
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 10,384 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 10,270 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 10,270 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 10,103 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 9,960 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 9,818 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2012 9,727 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 9,722 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 9,606 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 9,455 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 9,298 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 9,094 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 9,094 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 8,777 miles

slight corrosion to o/s/f floor

Fail 15 Jan 2007 87,685 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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OFT 887R is a 1977 Rover Allegro in Gold with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1977 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 36,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Allegro fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFT 887R, 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 49 years old, this Rover Allegro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFT 887R registered?

OFT 887R is a 1977 Rover Allegro, first registered on 3 March 1977.

Is OFT 887R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFT 887R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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