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C559 XPR

1985 Rover 213

Red Petrol 1342cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,420 mi
Last recorded74,420 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2007
Typical for 1985 Rover 21351,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC559 XPR
MakeRover
Model213
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,342cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2007 74,420 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2007 74,408 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Battery insecure

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 67,899 miles

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

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

n/s wiper torn on end

Pass 18 Nov 2005 57,549 miles

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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C559 XPR is a 1985 Rover 213 in Red with a 1,342cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C559 XPR, 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 C559 XPR?

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What year was C559 XPR registered?

C559 XPR is a 1985 Rover 213, first registered on 8 November 1985.

Is C559 XPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C559 XPR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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