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M686 MBA

1994 Rover 827

White Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

205,806 mi
Last recorded205,806 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 1994 Rover 827103,169 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM686 MBA
MakeRover
Model827
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 205,806 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 200,855 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 193,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 189,249 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 183,583 miles

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

wheel arches deteriated

Pass 5 Feb 2011 178,292 miles

N/S/F Inner cv boot split

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 174,576 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 174,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 170,218 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 165,904 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 159,881 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 154,283 miles

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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M686 MBA is a 1994 Rover 827 in White with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1994 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 103,169 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M686 MBA, 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 32 years old, this Rover 827 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M686 MBA registered?

M686 MBA is a 1994 Rover 827, first registered on 21 September 1994.

Is M686 MBA safe to buy?

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