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C899 PPB

1985 Rover Range Rover

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

151,997 mi
Last recorded151,997 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover Range Rover105,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC899 PPB
MakeRover
ModelRange Rover
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 151,997 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 150,370 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 148,832 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 147,500 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 147,500 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 May 2021 146,340 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 142,635 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 141,299 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 139,763 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 137,596 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 135,810 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 133,735 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 131,925 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 130,092 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 127,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 125,047 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 122,950 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2009 120,454 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 116,543 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 115,053 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 113,712 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Range Rover?

Based on 1,576 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
2,722
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 123
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 103
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
Brake pipe excessively corroded 76
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 58
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C899 PPB is a 1985 Rover Range Rover in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1985 Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 105,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Range Rover fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C899 PPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Range Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 41 years old, this Rover Range Rover is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C899 PPB registered?

C899 PPB is a 1985 Rover Range Rover, first registered on 5 September 1985.

Is C899 PPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C899 PPB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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