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MVS 590

1961 Rover 80

Grey Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,353 mi
Last recorded97,353 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 1961 Rover 8054,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVS 590
MakeRover
Model80
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2011 97,353 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 97,198 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2006 97,198 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover 80?

Based on 2,851 MOT tests across 521 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
521
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186
brake binding 111
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 98
parking brake recording little or no effort 87
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 63
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MVS 590 is a 1961 Rover 80 in Grey with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1961 Rover 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 54,366 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 80 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVS 590, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this Rover 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVS 590?

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What year was MVS 590 registered?

MVS 590 is a 1961 Rover 80, first registered on 12 July 1961.

Is MVS 590 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVS 590 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVS 590 have outstanding finance?

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