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GRU 774D

1966 Rover 2000

Red Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,578 mi
Last recorded20,578 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1966 Rover 200035,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRU 774D
MakeRover
Model2000
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 20,578 miles

play in n/s steering idler

slight blow rear exhaust

steering/suspension bushes poor

temporary securing device to battery

unable to determine condition of vehicle underside/brake pipes due to underseal/grease

Pass 30 Apr 2016 19,922 miles

all suspension ball joint dust covers perished

all suspension bushes worn and perished

wiper blades

Pass 7 Apr 2015 19,204 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 18,938 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,656 miles

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

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

slight play in n/s/f wheel

Pass 14 Apr 2012 18,177 miles

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2012 18,177 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 17,226 miles

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,906 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 15,899 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 15,885 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 15,660 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,575 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2000?

Based on 3,467 MOT tests across 407 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
407
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
parking brake recording little or no effort 75
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 75
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GRU 774D is a 1966 Rover 2000 in Red with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1966 Rover 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 35,503 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRU 774D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 60 years old, this Rover 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRU 774D registered?

GRU 774D is a 1966 Rover 2000, first registered on 1 July 1966.

Is GRU 774D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRU 774D shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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