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BLZ 8123

1996 Rover 827

Blue Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,920 mi
Last recorded119,920 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover 82786,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 8123
MakeRover
Model827
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2012 119,920 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 113,944 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 113,944 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

both front lower ball joint dust covers split

Pass 22 Feb 2010 108,814 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 102,924 miles

drivers mirror secured with tape

hand brake lever high

slight corrosion exaust rear box

Pass 25 Feb 2008 99,885 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 99,868 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

handbrake lever nearing end of travel

Pass 5 Feb 2007 90,517 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 85,650 miles

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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BLZ 8123 is a 1996 Rover 827 in Blue with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 86,251 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 BLZ 8123, 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 30 years old, this Rover 827 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLZ 8123 registered?

BLZ 8123 is a 1996 Rover 827, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is BLZ 8123 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 8123 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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