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P705 LOP

1997 Rover 618

Black Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,484 mi
Last recorded143,484 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Rover 618100,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP705 LOP
MakeRover
Model618
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2020 143,484 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 143,358 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 143,142 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 142,955 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 142,681 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 142,290 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 142,022 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 141,704 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 141,374 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 141,037 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 140,481 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 139,889 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 139,125 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 137,453 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 618?

Based on 114,474 MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
5,486
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,477
constant velocity joint gaiter split 11,974
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,324
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,983
Stop lamp not working 6,593
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P705 LOP is a 1997 Rover 618 in Black with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover 618 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 100,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 618 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P705 LOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 618 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 618 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P705 LOP?

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What year was P705 LOP registered?

P705 LOP is a 1997 Rover 618, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P705 LOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P705 LOP shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P705 LOP have outstanding finance?

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