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R626 PVK

1998 Rover 800

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,328 mi
Last recorded73,328 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 80090,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR626 PVK
MakeRover
Model800
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2008 73,328 miles

Oil leak

nsf wiper blade split

Fail 5 Sep 2008 73,132 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f wiper blade split on edges

o/s/f and n/s/f anti roll bar links showing signs of wear

o/s/f and n/s/f bottom suspension arm bushes showing signs of wear

o/s/r and n/s/r shockers slightly weak and both have a slight misting of oil

power steering pipes damp

slight side to side movement on handbrake lever

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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R626 PVK is a 1998 Rover 800 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R626 PVK, 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

How do I check the history of R626 PVK?

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What year was R626 PVK registered?

R626 PVK is a 1998 Rover 800, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R626 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R626 PVK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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