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A186 TNK

1983 Rover 60

Red Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,511 mi
Last recorded39,511 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 TNK
MakeRover
Model60
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 39,511 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Odometer not working.

Offside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 39,511 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside front chassis outrigger corroded.

Nearside rear view mirror missing.

Odometer not working.

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

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

Offside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 39,511 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

damper (shock absorber ) across front of vehicle very weak

dash panel loose

front number plate cracked

front shock absorber lower bushes worn both sides

o/s mirror cracked

slight noise n/s rear wheel bearing

slight noise o/s front wheel bearing

Fail 9 Oct 2012 39,511 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

damper (shock absorber ) across front of vehicle very weak

dash panel loose

front number plate cracked

front shock absorber lower bushes worn both sides

o/s mirror cracked

slight noise n/s rear wheel bearing

slight noise o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 21 Sep 2011 39,777 miles

Both front wheel bearings slightly noisy.

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 39,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front wheel bearings slightly noisy.

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 39,477 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Odometer stuck.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated - front plate slightly damaged.

Fail 23 Aug 2010 39,477 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Odometer stuck.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated - front plate slightly damaged.

Pass 29 Jul 2009 39,477 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 39,477 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

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

Offside Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 39,346 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 39,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 38,231 miles

vt32 issued with vt30

Fail 18 Jan 2007 38,231 miles

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

exhaust centre pipe holed

n/s front seat back loose

play at steering box

Pass 3 Dec 2005 36,814 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 36,814 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Exhaust loose at flange.

How Reliable is the Rover 60?

Based on 952 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
384
Miles/Year
78
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 26
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
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A186 TNK is a 1983 Rover 60 in Red with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Rover 60 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A186 TNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 60 typically stays on UK roads for around 78 years. At 43 years old, this Rover 60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A186 TNK is a 1983 Rover 60, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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