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E647 VBA

1987 Rover 213

White Petrol 1342cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,817 mi
Last recorded26,817 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Rover 21361,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE647 VBA
MakeRover
Model213
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,342cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 26,817 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2024 26,370 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 26,275 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 25,120 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 24,918 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 24,118 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 22,621 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 20,606 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 213?

Based on 8,281 MOT tests across 1,997 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,596
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,313
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,533
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 550
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 459
constant velocity joint gaiter split 349
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E647 VBA is a 1987 Rover 213 in White with a 1,342cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Rover 213 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 61,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 213 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E647 VBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 213 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Rover 213 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E647 VBA registered?

E647 VBA is a 1987 Rover 213, first registered on 13 November 1987.

Is E647 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E647 VBA shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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