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BBW 329R

1977 Rover 2200 Tc

Blue Petrol 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

96,782 mi
Last recorded96,782 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 Rover 2200 Tc61,258 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBW 329R
MakeRover
Model2200 Tc
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 96,782 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 85,524 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 85,502 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

offside rear brake ,noise

Fail 15 Jul 2014 83,735 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear diff. oil leak offside

Pass 15 Jul 2014 83,735 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

rear diff. oil leak offside

Pass 1 Aug 2013 62,008 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 62,007 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

bell housing bolt loose

How Reliable is the Rover 2200 Tc?

Based on 950 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
335
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
brake binding 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
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BBW 329R is a 1977 Rover 2200 Tc in Blue with a 2,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1977 Rover 2200 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 61,258 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 2200 Tc fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BBW 329R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2200 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 49 years old, this Rover 2200 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BBW 329R registered?

BBW 329R is a 1977 Rover 2200 Tc, first registered on 22 March 1977.

Is BBW 329R safe to buy?

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