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P253 KOT

1996 Rover 620

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,872 mi
Last recorded137,872 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 1996 Rover 620105,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 KOT
MakeRover
Model620
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 137,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 137,870 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s rear wheel arch (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s outer sill/door step (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 136,482 miles

corrosion front and rear suspension compinents, exhaust

Pass 16 Dec 2014 134,570 miles

corrosion:- fuel filler pipe, suspension, both rear wheelarches, rear quadrants, rear brake bakeplates

nearside outer c.v. gaiter & hub greasy

offside front inner c.v. gaiter damp

sill covers fitted

unable to fully see brake pads

Pass 14 Dec 2013 132,444 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 130,115 miles

offside rear wheelarch

Pass 30 Nov 2011 127,596 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 124,734 miles

front number plate damaged

unable to see full condition of front and rear brake discs and pads due to wheel trims fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2009 121,912 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 121,909 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 117,962 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 114,301 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 110,533 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 106,691 miles

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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P253 KOT is a 1996 Rover 620 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P253 KOT, 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.

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What year was P253 KOT registered?

P253 KOT is a 1996 Rover 620, first registered on 31 August 1996.

Is P253 KOT safe to buy?

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