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EHH 822V

1979 Rover 2600

Green Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,798 mi
Last recorded32,798 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Rover 260035,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHH 822V
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,798 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 32,499 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 31,631 miles

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

lower steering column bush has play in

Fail 23 Jun 2014 31,631 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

lower steering column bush has play in

Pass 12 Jul 2012 30,427 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 29,967 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2600?

Based on 1,236 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
622
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Steering rack gaiter split 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 37
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EHH 822V is a 1979 Rover 2600 in Green with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Rover 2600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 35,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2600 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EHH 822V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2600 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Rover 2600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EHH 822V?

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What year was EHH 822V registered?

EHH 822V is a 1979 Rover 2600, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EHH 822V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHH 822V 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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