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GCH 636V

1979 Rover Princess

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,191 mi
Last recorded34,191 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Rover Princess73,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCH 636V
MakeRover
ModelPrincess
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 34,191 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 32,986 miles

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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GCH 636V is a 1979 Rover Princess in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Rover Princess models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 73,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GCH 636V, 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 47 years old, this Rover Princess is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCH 636V?

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What year was GCH 636V registered?

GCH 636V is a 1979 Rover Princess, first registered on 5 October 1979.

Is GCH 636V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCH 636V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCH 636V have outstanding finance?

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