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GOR 698K

1972 Rover 2000 Sc

Red Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,148 mi
Last recorded26,148 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Rover 2000 Sc58,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOR 698K
MakeRover
Model2000 Sc
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 26,148 miles

front brake pipes rusting

slight exhaust blow

Pass 15 Jul 2016 23,081 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Mar 2016 23,050 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to n/s/f floor not within a prescribed area

Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,079 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear rusting??

Pass 20 Feb 2014 16,964 miles

o/s/r floor rusty

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 15 Sep 2012 16,899 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to split

Pass 4 Jul 2006 16,626 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 16,626 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

floor and sills corroded and weak

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Sc?

Based on 2,087 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 73
brake binding 66
brake recording little or no effort 49
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GOR 698K is a 1972 Rover 2000 Sc in Red with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Rover 2000 Sc models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 58,662 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 Sc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GOR 698K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Sc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Rover 2000 Sc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GOR 698K registered?

GOR 698K is a 1972 Rover 2000 Sc, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is GOR 698K safe to buy?

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