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D588 PTA

1987 Rover 2600

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

145,367 mi
Last recorded145,367 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2008
Typical for 1987 Rover 260085,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD588 PTA
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2008 145,367 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2008 145,363 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 139,451 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 139,451 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 139,429 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 139,428 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2005 138,416 miles

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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D588 PTA is a 1987 Rover 2600 in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1987 Rover 2600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 85,192 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D588 PTA, 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 39 years old, this Rover 2600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D588 PTA registered?

D588 PTA is a 1987 Rover 2600, first registered on 21 January 1987.

Is D588 PTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D588 PTA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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