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8628 PU

1989 Rover 827

Silver Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

119,584 mi
Last recorded119,584 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 1989 Rover 82787,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8628 PU
MakeRover
Model827
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 119,584 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 117,982 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 116,546 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 114,283 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 111,748 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 109,022 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 105,218 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 101,723 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 98,834 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 92,936 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 88,765 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 85,379 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 81,183 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 75,741 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 71,880 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 66,180 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 66,180 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 58,680 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 827?

Based on 22,695 MOT tests across 4,588 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
2,802
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,678
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,427
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 854
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8628 PU is a 1989 Rover 827 in Silver with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1989 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 87,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 827 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8628 PU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 827 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Rover 827 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 8628 PU registered?

8628 PU is a 1989 Rover 827, first registered on 24 August 1989.

Is 8628 PU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8628 PU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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