MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
182,281 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
air bag light on
exhaust system damaged
front no plate damaged
interior mirror missing
offside front c.v boot cracked
offside front indicator starting to fade
offside rear brake pitted & discoloured
slight play in steering rack
steering wheel cover loose
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
interior mirror missing
offside front c.v boot cracked
air bag light on
exhaust system damaged
front no plate damaged
offside front indicator starting to fade
offside rear brake discs pitted & discoloured
slight play in steering rack
steering wheel cover insecure
How Reliable is the Rover 618?
Based on 114,474 MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R705 JBD is a 1998 Rover 618 in Blue with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Rover 618 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 94,619 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 618 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R705 JBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 618 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 618 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R705 JBD?
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What year was R705 JBD registered?
R705 JBD is a 1998 Rover 618, first registered on 20 February 1998.
Is R705 JBD safe to buy?
The MOT history for R705 JBD 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.
Does R705 JBD have outstanding finance?
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