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P702 TCW

1996 Rover 827

Red Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

129,490 mi
Last recorded129,490 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2005
Typical for 1996 Rover 82786,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP702 TCW
MakeRover
Model827
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2005 129,490 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

light scratches to lower part of windscreen

How Reliable is the Rover 827?

Based on 22,695 MOT tests across 4,588 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
2,802
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,678
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,427
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 854
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P702 TCW is a 1996 Rover 827 in Red with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 86,251 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 827 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P702 TCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 827 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 827 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P702 TCW registered?

P702 TCW is a 1996 Rover 827, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P702 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P702 TCW shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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