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P123 WHW

1997 Rover 623

Red Petrol 2256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

123,614 mi
Last recorded123,614 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 62395,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 WHW
MakeRover
Model623
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2012 123,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Dec 2012 123,614 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Dec 2011 116,710 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 113,135 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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Pass 10 Dec 2010 113,135 miles

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Pass 27 Nov 2009 106,888 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 103,278 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 103,278 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2007 99,608 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 99,608 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 95,848 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 95,848 miles

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

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 89,201 miles

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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P123 WHW is a 1997 Rover 623 in Red with a 2,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 95,906 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 P123 WHW, 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 29 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P123 WHW registered?

P123 WHW is a 1997 Rover 623, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P123 WHW safe to buy?

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