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WGH 954W

1981 Rover Allegro

Gold Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,851 mi
Last recorded63,851 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Rover Allegro61,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGH 954W
MakeRover
ModelAllegro
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 63,851 miles

All brake pipes sealed

Underbody sealed

Pass 4 Sep 2020 63,658 miles

Everything painted or greased

Nearside Front brake slighty tight

Offside Rear brake slightly lazy

Pass 9 Aug 2019 63,114 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 62,112 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Aug 2017 61,927 miles

Front to Rear Brake Pipes Covered in Underseal

Fail 15 Aug 2017 61,927 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front to Rear Brake Pipes Covered in Underseal

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 61,849 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Unable to check brake pipes correctly they have been covered with underseal

Fail 29 Jul 2016 61,849 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Unable to check brake pipes correctly they have been covered with underseal

Pass 15 Apr 2009 61,717 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 61,057 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 61,367 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 61,138 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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WGH 954W is a 1981 Rover Allegro in Gold with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Rover Allegro models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 61,888 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 WGH 954W, 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 45 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 WGH 954W registered?

WGH 954W is a 1981 Rover Allegro, first registered on 2 January 1981.

Is WGH 954W safe to buy?

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