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B305 XFB

1985 Rover 2600

Red Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,899 mi
Last recorded57,899 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 1985 Rover 260089,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB305 XFB
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2014 57,899 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 54,256 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2600?

Based on 1,236 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
622
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Steering rack gaiter split 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 37
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B305 XFB is a 1985 Rover 2600 in Red with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover 2600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 89,073 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2600 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B305 XFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2600 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 41 years old, this Rover 2600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B305 XFB registered?

B305 XFB is a 1985 Rover 2600, first registered on 31 January 1985.

Is B305 XFB safe to buy?

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