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EDR 986D

1966 Rover 2000

Blue Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,305 mi
Last recorded31,305 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1966 Rover 200035,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDR 986D
MakeRover
Model2000
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 31,305 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 30,791 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 30,241 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 29,985 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 29,542 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 28,851 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 28,237 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 27,026 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 27,026 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 26,551 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/F brake pipe close to road wheel

N/S/F tyre cracking on tread and sidewall

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight cracking on O/S/F tyre

Some corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 7 May 2009 26,068 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 26,068 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 25,826 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2000?

Based on 3,467 MOT tests across 407 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
407
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
parking brake recording little or no effort 75
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 75
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EDR 986D is a 1966 Rover 2000 in Blue with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1966 Rover 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 35,503 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EDR 986D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 60 years old, this Rover 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EDR 986D?

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What year was EDR 986D registered?

EDR 986D is a 1966 Rover 2000, first registered on 7 April 1966.

Is EDR 986D safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDR 986D shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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