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P688 TTU

1996 Rover Mgf

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,730 mi
Last recorded96,730 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover Mgf65,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 TTU
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 May 2012 96,730 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2012 96,730 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 82,380 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both headlights just showing a pattern

Pass 26 Jul 2008 74,743 miles

rear o/s and n/s torsion bushes worn

Fail 26 Jul 2008 74,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

rear o/s and n/s torsion bushes worn

Pass 27 Jul 2007 63,708 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 52,560 miles

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
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P688 TTU is a 1996 Rover Mgf in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P688 TTU, 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.

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What year was P688 TTU registered?

P688 TTU is a 1996 Rover Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P688 TTU safe to buy?

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