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HJW 202W

1980 Rover 2600

Green Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,031 mi
Last recorded83,031 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1980 Rover 260052,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJW 202W
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 83,031 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 80,587 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

Nearside door has slight corrosion

Nearside sill has slight corrosion

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

Offside door has slight corrosion

Offside sill has slight corrosion

Fail 14 Aug 2015 80,597 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside door has slight corrosion

Offside sill has slight corrosion

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

Nearside door has slight corrosion

Nearside sill has slight corrosion

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

Pass 15 Aug 2014 70,129 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 57,268 miles

Oil leak

Rear differential leaking oil slightly

Pass 15 Aug 2012 50,576 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 41,795 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2600?

Based on 1,236 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
622
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Steering rack gaiter split 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 37
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HJW 202W is a 1980 Rover 2600 in Green with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Rover 2600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 52,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2600 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJW 202W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2600 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Rover 2600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJW 202W registered?

HJW 202W is a 1980 Rover 2600, first registered on 25 November 1980.

Is HJW 202W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJW 202W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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