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R368 AEX

1997 Rover Coupe Auto

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,608 mi
Last recorded138,608 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover Coupe Auto87,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR368 AEX
MakeRover
ModelCoupe Auto
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2008 138,608 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 135,141 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 27,548 miles

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

four bulbs not working in center brake light

How Reliable is the Rover Coupe Auto?

Based on 674 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
4,724
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
constant velocity joint gaiter split 36
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 25
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R368 AEX is a 1997 Rover Coupe Auto in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover Coupe Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 87,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Coupe Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R368 AEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R368 AEX registered?

R368 AEX is a 1997 Rover Coupe Auto, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R368 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R368 AEX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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