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P503 BUX

1996 Rover 620

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,999 mi
Last recorded91,999 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover 620105,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP503 BUX
MakeRover
Model620
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 91,999 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

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

Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

The airbag light is on

The exhaust system is corroded and has minor leak from the front and rear

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 90,165 miles

All front and rear brake discs are slightly corroded and pitted

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

The passenger side rear tyre has small cracks around the side wall

The rear registration plate has slightly faded

Fail 8 Feb 2011 90,163 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

All front and rear brake discs are slightly corroded and pitted

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

The passenger side rear tyre has small cracks around the side wall

The rear registration plate has slightly faded

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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P503 BUX is a 1996 Rover 620 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P503 BUX, 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 P503 BUX?

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What year was P503 BUX registered?

P503 BUX is a 1996 Rover 620, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P503 BUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P503 BUX shows 3 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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