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CWK 779T

1978 Rover 2600

Yellow Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,766 mi
Last recorded14,766 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Rover 260035,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWK 779T
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 14,766 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 14,669 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 14,669 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 14,467 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 13,990 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 13,644 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 13,620 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 13,546 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 13,529 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 13,519 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 13,512 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 13,507 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 13,500 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 13,197 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 13,197 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 12,709 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2009 12,709 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 11,671 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 11,023 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 11,023 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Rover 2600?

Based on 1,236 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
622
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Steering rack gaiter split 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 37
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CWK 779T is a 1978 Rover 2600 in Yellow with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1978 Rover 2600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 35,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2600 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CWK 779T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2600 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Rover 2600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CWK 779T registered?

CWK 779T is a 1978 Rover 2600, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is CWK 779T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWK 779T shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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