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P263 MRW

1996 Rover 623

Blue Petrol 2256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,220 mi
Last recorded112,220 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 1996 Rover 62396,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 MRW
MakeRover
Model623
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,256cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 112,220 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

oil leak

Fail 11 Sep 2015 112,209 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak,o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 15 Sep 2014 109,846 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 104,696 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 101,615 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 97,007 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 93,295 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 87,424 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 82,702 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 82,688 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 74,673 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 74,624 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r brake disc pitted

Pass 31 Aug 2006 66,491 miles

n/s/f cv boot perished

o/s wiper rubber starting to split

Pass 2 Sep 2005 57,897 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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P263 MRW is a 1996 Rover 623 in Blue with a 2,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 96,487 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P263 MRW, 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 30 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 P263 MRW registered?

P263 MRW is a 1996 Rover 623, first registered on 6 November 1996.

Is P263 MRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 MRW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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