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P762 MHP

1997 Rover 825

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

115,126 mi
Last recorded115,126 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover 82589,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP762 MHP
MakeRover
Model825
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2006 115,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 115,126 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 825?

Based on 28,395 MOT tests across 5,078 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
4,080
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
5,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,646
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,712
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,511
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,111
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,022
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P762 MHP is a 1997 Rover 825 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Rover 825 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 89,720 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 825 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P762 MHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 825 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 825 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P762 MHP?

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What year was P762 MHP registered?

P762 MHP is a 1997 Rover 825, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P762 MHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P762 MHP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P762 MHP have outstanding finance?

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