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HHZ 1288

1998 Rover 825

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,422 mi
Last recorded136,422 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 82591,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHZ 1288
MakeRover
Model825
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2007 136,422 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 126,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Rover 825?

Based on 28,395 MOT tests across 5,078 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
4,080
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
5,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,646
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,712
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,511
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,111
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,022
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HHZ 1288 is a 1998 Rover 825 in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 825 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 91,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 825 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HHZ 1288, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 825 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 825 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HHZ 1288?

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What year was HHZ 1288 registered?

HHZ 1288 is a 1998 Rover 825, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is HHZ 1288 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHZ 1288 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.

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