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C231 DYB

1985 Rover 213

White Petrol 1342cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,764 mi
Last recorded54,764 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2007
Typical for 1985 Rover 21351,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC231 DYB
MakeRover
Model213
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,342cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2007 54,764 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 54,738 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 54,731 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Rover 213?

Based on 8,281 MOT tests across 1,997 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,596
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,313
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,533
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 550
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 459
constant velocity joint gaiter split 349
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C231 DYB is a 1985 Rover 213 in White with a 1,342cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Rover 213 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 51,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 213 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C231 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 213 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Rover 213 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C231 DYB?

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What year was C231 DYB registered?

C231 DYB is a 1985 Rover 213, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C231 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C231 DYB shows 3 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.

Does C231 DYB have outstanding finance?

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