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R481 PDA

1997 Rover 623

Blue Petrol 2259cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,058 mi
Last recorded147,058 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Rover 62395,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 PDA
MakeRover
Model623
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,259cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2009 147,058 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 136,652 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 127,825 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 117,698 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 623?

Based on 34,804 MOT tests across 5,475 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
4,621
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
5,475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,216
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
parking brake recording little or no effort 2,228
Stop lamp not working 1,886
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R481 PDA is a 1997 Rover 623 in Blue with a 2,259cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 95,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 623 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R481 PDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 623 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R481 PDA registered?

R481 PDA is a 1997 Rover 623, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R481 PDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 PDA 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.

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