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R280 PKS

1997 Rover 825

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,784 mi
Last recorded121,784 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover 82589,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 PKS
MakeRover
Model825
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2006 121,784 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 121,784 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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R280 PKS is a 1997 Rover 825 in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel 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 R280 PKS, 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

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What year was R280 PKS registered?

R280 PKS is a 1997 Rover 825, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R280 PKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R280 PKS 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.

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