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FLM 329T

1979 Rover 2600

Yellow Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

75,469 mi
Last recorded75,469 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1979 Rover 260035,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLM 329T
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2008 75,469 miles

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

non prscribed area's corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2007 74,775 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2007 74,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2006 73,859 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2006 73,859 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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FLM 329T is a 1979 Rover 2600 in Yellow with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FLM 329T, 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 FLM 329T?

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What year was FLM 329T registered?

FLM 329T is a 1979 Rover 2600, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is FLM 329T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLM 329T shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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