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FYT 899J

1971 Rover 2000 Tc

Green Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,216 mi
Last recorded61,216 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Tc58,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYT 899J
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 61,216 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 61,198 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2009 55,499 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 50,730 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 46,864 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 42,244 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 42,244 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Tc?

Based on 2,597 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 87
brake binding 67
brake recording little or no effort 61
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FYT 899J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc in Green with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Rover 2000 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 58,053 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 2000 Tc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYT 899J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Rover 2000 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FYT 899J registered?

FYT 899J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 12 February 1971.

Is FYT 899J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYT 899J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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