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ESL 860

1962 Rover Princess

Black Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESL 860
MakeRover
ModelPrincess
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017
Pass 18 Aug 2016

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2016

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Rover Princess?

Based on 778 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
brake recording little or no effort 25
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Stop lamp not working 19
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ESL 860 is a 1962 Rover Princess in Black with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Rover Princess fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESL 860, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 64 years old, this Rover Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of ESL 860?

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What year was ESL 860 registered?

ESL 860 is a 1962 Rover Princess, first registered on 14 February 1962.

Is ESL 860 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESL 860 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESL 860 have outstanding finance?

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