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R390 CNT

1997 Rover 825

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,567 mi
Last recorded82,567 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 82589,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR390 CNT
MakeRover
Model825
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2008 82,567 miles

advise AT TIME OF TEST rear brake discs worn close to minimum depth ( owner is strongly advised to consider replacement of rear discs )

advise nail in offside front tyre at time of test

advise slight deteriation to both front and rear numberplates at time of test ( not deemed excessive )

advise slightly reduced light output to rear numberplate lights at time of test ( not deemed excssive / owner advised to consider replacement of bulbs )

Pass 25 Sep 2007 74,600 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 69,321 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 61,843 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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R390 CNT is a 1997 Rover 825 in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R390 CNT, 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 R390 CNT registered?

R390 CNT is a 1997 Rover 825, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R390 CNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R390 CNT shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R390 CNT have outstanding finance?

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