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R729 ANH

1997 Rover 827

Blue Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,982 mi
Last recorded160,982 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 82779,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 ANH
MakeRover
Model827
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Dec 2010 160,982 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 160,981 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 160,976 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 160,969 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 827?

Based on 22,695 MOT tests across 4,588 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
2,802
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,678
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,427
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 854
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R729 ANH is a 1997 Rover 827 in Blue with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 79,177 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 827 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R729 ANH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 827 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 827 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R729 ANH registered?

R729 ANH is a 1997 Rover 827, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R729 ANH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 ANH 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 R729 ANH have outstanding finance?

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