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FSF 842S

1976 Rover 2200 Sc

Blue Petrol 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

43,803 mi
Last recorded43,803 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1976 Rover 2200 Sc48,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSF 842S
MakeRover
Model2200 Sc
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,204cc
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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 43,803 miles

both rear axle bump stops missing

front brake disc dust shields rusty

headlamp control switch loose in dash but still functioning satisfactory

offside and nearside lower ball joint dust boots deteriorated but still preventing the ingress of dirt

offside steering drag link ball joint dust boots deteriorated but still preventing the ingress of dirt

rear brake discs slightly corroded

throttle linkage bush at bulkhead missing

Pass 12 May 2018 43,636 miles

Offside Rear brake slight bind

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

bush missing from throttle linkage at bulkhead

slight smear from wiper blades

two new over sills fitted but all fixing bolts not in

Fail 27 Apr 2018 43,597 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket not connected (7.1.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level empty (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Brake pad(s) locking device missing pad pin lock device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake slight bind

boot full unable to fully inspect

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

bush missing from throttle linkage at bulkhead

two new over sills fitted but all fixing bolts not in

battery positive terminal loose

Pass 1 Jul 2017 41,816 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Oil leak gearbox ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all brake discs deteriorating and rusty

one throttle linkage bush missing

various steering boots cracking

Fail 1 Jul 2017 41,816 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake pad(s) locking device missing brake pad pin (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Upper Steering locking device missing steering arm nut (2.2.C.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak engine ()

Oil leak gearbox ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all brake discs deteriorating and rusty

lock device missing from clutch slave cylinder pin

one throttle linkage bush missing

various steering boots cracking

Fail 23 Feb 2016 41,729 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2015 38,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

wimdscreen washer poor

Fail 11 Mar 2015 38,473 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

wimdscreen washer poor

Pass 26 Feb 2014 35,297 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 35,297 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 32,200 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 32,200 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 26,381 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 26,381 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 25,556 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 25,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 25,050 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front to rear brake pipe undersealed.

Fail 8 Mar 2010 25,047 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

front to rear brake pipe undersealed.

Pass 19 Mar 2009 22,955 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 19,702 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 17,497 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2200 Sc?

Based on 865 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
489
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
brake recording little or no effort 28
brake binding 27
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FSF 842S is a 1976 Rover 2200 Sc in Blue with a 2,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 Rover 2200 Sc models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 48,980 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 2200 Sc fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSF 842S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2200 Sc typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 50 years old, this Rover 2200 Sc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FSF 842S is a 1976 Rover 2200 Sc, first registered on 13 December 1976.

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