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PVL 304K

1972 Rover 2000 Tc

Red Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

23,329 mi
Last recorded23,329 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1972 Rover 2000 Tc48,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 304K
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 23,329 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 23,329 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2011 23,187 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 23,016 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 23,016 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 22,773 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 22,462 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 22,462 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,875 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 19,355 miles

Engine oil leal frish oil

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Tc?

Based on 2,597 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 87
brake binding 67
brake recording little or no effort 61
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PVL 304K is a 1972 Rover 2000 Tc in Red with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1972 Rover 2000 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 48,844 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 2000 Tc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PVL 304K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Rover 2000 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVL 304K registered?

PVL 304K is a 1972 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 17 April 1972.

Is PVL 304K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 304K shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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