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P237 JFL

1997 Rover 620

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,253 mi
Last recorded63,253 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 620103,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 JFL
MakeRover
Model620
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 63,253 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 63,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 62,094 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 62,094 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,734 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 60,734 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 59,416 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 57,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2013 57,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,334 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 52,910 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 50,152 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 47,709 miles

both outer c.v boots cracking

Pass 17 Jan 2008 44,965 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 41,496 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner tread sections

Fail 8 Jan 2007 41,496 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner tread sections

Pass 10 Jan 2006 38,172 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 38,172 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P237 JFL is a 1997 Rover 620 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 103,217 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 P237 JFL, 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 29 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 P237 JFL registered?

P237 JFL is a 1997 Rover 620, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P237 JFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P237 JFL shows 18 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.

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