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R370 MFX

1997 Rover 825

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,845 mi
Last recorded62,845 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 82589,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR370 MFX
MakeRover
Model825
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2010 62,845 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 62,722 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 58,287 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 58,286 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 55,664 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 52,231 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 48,152 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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R370 MFX is a 1997 Rover 825 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R370 MFX, 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 R370 MFX?

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What year was R370 MFX registered?

R370 MFX is a 1997 Rover 825, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R370 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R370 MFX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R370 MFX have outstanding finance?

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