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GRT 20J

1971 Rover 2000 Tc

Red Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,240 mi
Last recorded24,240 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Tc58,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRT 20J
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,240 miles

Offside Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 24,240 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 23,452 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 22,936 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 22,459 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 22,368 miles

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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GRT 20J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc in Red with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GRT 20J, 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

How do I check the history of GRT 20J?

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What year was GRT 20J registered?

GRT 20J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 3 March 1971.

Is GRT 20J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRT 20J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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