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MBA 97V

1980 Rover 2600

Yellow Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,206 mi
Last recorded6,206 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1980 Rover 260052,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBA 97V
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 6,206 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 5,749 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 5,669 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 5,655 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2008 4,739 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 4,066 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 2,778 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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MBA 97V is a 1980 Rover 2600 in Yellow with a 3,952cc 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 MBA 97V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBA 97V registered?

MBA 97V is a 1980 Rover 2600, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is MBA 97V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBA 97V 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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