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N485 VRP

1996 Rover 623

Blue Petrol 2256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

90,696 mi
Last recorded90,696 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1996 Rover 62396,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN485 VRP
MakeRover
Model623
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,256cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 90,696 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 90,696 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2008 86,160 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 86,160 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2007 82,041 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 78,521 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 78,493 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Rover 623?

Based on 34,804 MOT tests across 5,475 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
4,621
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
5,475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,216
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
parking brake recording little or no effort 2,228
Stop lamp not working 1,886
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N485 VRP is a 1996 Rover 623 in Blue with a 2,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 96,487 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 623 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N485 VRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 623 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N485 VRP?

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What year was N485 VRP registered?

N485 VRP is a 1996 Rover 623, first registered on 29 January 1996.

Is N485 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N485 VRP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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