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V893 ENU

1999 Rover Mgf

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,158 mi
Last recorded47,158 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 1999 Rover Mgf59,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV893 ENU
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2024 47,158 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 45,902 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under trays and plastic wheel arch covers fitted restricting inspection view

Pass 25 Oct 2021 44,116 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 44,067 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 44,052 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 44,023 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 43,969 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 43,930 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 43,792 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 43,771 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,614 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 43,614 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 43,481 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 43,018 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 42,364 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 42,364 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 May 2008 41,922 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 40,001 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 10 May 2006 37,822 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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V893 ENU is a 1999 Rover Mgf in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 59,995 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 V893 ENU, 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 27 years old, this Rover Mgf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V893 ENU registered?

V893 ENU is a 1999 Rover Mgf, first registered on 2 December 1999.

Is V893 ENU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V893 ENU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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