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P244 DCU

1997 Rover 618

Grey Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

269,364 mi
Last recorded269,364 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 618100,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 DCU
MakeRover
Model618
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2008 269,364 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 269,362 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Mar 2007 258,847 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 258,847 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

How Reliable is the Rover 618?

Based on 114,474 MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
5,486
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,477
constant velocity joint gaiter split 11,974
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,324
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,983
Stop lamp not working 6,593
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P244 DCU is a 1997 Rover 618 in Grey with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Rover 618 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 100,720 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 618 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P244 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 618 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 618 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P244 DCU?

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What year was P244 DCU registered?

P244 DCU is a 1997 Rover 618, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P244 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P244 DCU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P244 DCU have outstanding finance?

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