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R483 MEB

1998 Rover 800

Gold Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,523 mi
Last recorded59,523 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2006
Typical for 1998 Rover 80090,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 MEB
MakeRover
Model800
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2006 59,523 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Rover 800?

Based on 5,495 MOT tests across 1,016 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
3,757
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
1,016
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 541
constant velocity joint gaiter split 274
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 273
Brake pipe excessively corroded 243
parking brake recording little or no effort 209
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R483 MEB is a 1998 Rover 800 in Gold with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 90,863 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 800 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 541 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R483 MEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 800 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R483 MEB registered?

R483 MEB is a 1998 Rover 800, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R483 MEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R483 MEB shows 1 test 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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