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DLP 2J

1997 Rover 620

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,793 mi
Last recorded87,793 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 620103,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLP 2J
MakeRover
Model620
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2014 87,793 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 87,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Sep 2012 87,791 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2011 87,320 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

bulb out high level stop light

Pass 2 Feb 2010 86,019 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 83,610 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 81,728 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 81,718 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 80,141 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 78,428 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 78,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

How Reliable is the Rover 620?

Based on 377,508 MOT tests across 62,731 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
5,418
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
62,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54,795
constant velocity joint gaiter split 38,198
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,569
parking brake recording little or no effort 27,353
Stop lamp not working 21,495
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DLP 2J is a 1997 Rover 620 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 103,217 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 620 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 54,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLP 2J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 620 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 620 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLP 2J registered?

DLP 2J is a 1997 Rover 620, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is DLP 2J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLP 2J shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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