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M472 KNV

1995 Rover 827

Blue Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,855 mi
Last recorded139,855 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 1995 Rover 82799,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM472 KNV
MakeRover
Model827
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2012 139,855 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 139,850 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 132,842 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 132,542 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 119,819 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 119,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 112,667 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 25 Oct 2006 112,667 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Rover 827?

Based on 22,695 MOT tests across 4,588 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
2,802
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,678
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,427
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 854
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M472 KNV is a 1995 Rover 827 in Blue with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 99,314 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 827 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M472 KNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 827 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 31 years old, this Rover 827 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M472 KNV registered?

M472 KNV is a 1995 Rover 827, first registered on 16 June 1995.

Is M472 KNV safe to buy?

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