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P262 MRW

1996 Rover 620

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,129 mi
Last recorded134,129 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover 620105,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 MRW
MakeRover
Model620
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 134,129 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

hand brake poor effort

oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2011 128,769 miles

both rear tyres worn low

exhaust in poor condition

nearside rear hand brake poor

Pass 14 Sep 2010 122,806 miles

brake pipes corroded

front tyres on 2mm

Pass 2 Sep 2009 115,792 miles

brake pipes corroded

damage to osf of vehicle

Pass 11 Aug 2008 11,445 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 110,435 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 102,462 miles

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

minor leak from steering rack

minor play in o/s/f anti roll bar mounting

Pass 9 Aug 2006 94,823 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 94,823 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

front number plate in poor condition

Fail 3 Aug 2005 84,978 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 84,978 miles

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

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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P262 MRW is a 1996 Rover 620 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P262 MRW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P262 MRW?

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What year was P262 MRW registered?

P262 MRW is a 1996 Rover 620, first registered on 6 November 1996.

Is P262 MRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P262 MRW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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