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N281 XKV

1996 Rover 620

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

277,013 mi
Last recorded277,013 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2008
Typical for 1996 Rover 620105,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN281 XKV
MakeRover
Model620
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2008 277,013 miles

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

engine/gearbox oil leaks

exhuast corroded

front number plate cracked

outer cv gaitors age cracking

rear trailing arm bushes starting to unbond may need attention soon

slight movement in both rear anti roll bar rubbers

slight movement in o/s/r upper arm outer ball joint

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 10 Apr 2007 265,839 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

advanced deterioration of front & rear suspension bushes & rubbers

Fail 10 Apr 2007 265,839 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

advanced deterioration of front & rear suspension bushes & rubbers

Pass 12 Apr 2006 255,824 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover 620?

Based on 377,508 MOT tests across 62,731 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
5,418
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
62,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54,795
constant velocity joint gaiter split 38,198
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,569
parking brake recording little or no effort 27,353
Stop lamp not working 21,495
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N281 XKV is a 1996 Rover 620 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Rover 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 105,901 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 620 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 54,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N281 XKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 620 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 620 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N281 XKV registered?

N281 XKV is a 1996 Rover 620, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N281 XKV safe to buy?

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