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DPJ 257J

1970 Rover P6

Brown Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,018 mi
Last recorded67,018 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 1970 Rover P659,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 257J
MakeRover
ModelP6
Year1970
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 67,018 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2014 67,018 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2012 67,018 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 67,018 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 67,018 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 67,018 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 67,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 67,018 miles

all tyre in poor condition

Pass 20 Nov 2007 67,018 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 67,018 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 67,018 miles

How Reliable is the Rover P6?

Based on 2,365 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 77
brake recording little or no effort 60
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
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DPJ 257J is a 1970 Rover P6 in Brown with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Rover P6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 59,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover P6 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPJ 257J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover P6 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this Rover P6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DPJ 257J?

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What year was DPJ 257J registered?

DPJ 257J is a 1970 Rover P6, first registered on 26 October 1970.

Is DPJ 257J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPJ 257J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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