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DDE 696K

1972 Rover 2000 Tc

Red Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,600 mi
Last recorded27,600 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 1972 Rover 2000 Tc48,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDE 696K
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 27,600 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases main joint in front of axle beam (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 27,508 miles

N/s/f tyre inner wall perishing and cracking.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering and suspension rubber items perishing.

Pass 19 Dec 2013 26,825 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 25,758 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 22,583 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2011 22,583 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Tc?

Based on 2,597 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 87
brake binding 67
brake recording little or no effort 61
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DDE 696K is a 1972 Rover 2000 Tc in Red with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Rover 2000 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 48,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 Tc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDE 696K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Rover 2000 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DDE 696K registered?

DDE 696K is a 1972 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 7 June 1972.

Is DDE 696K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDE 696K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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