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R729 EGY

1997 Rover 200

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2011
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

102,305 mi
Last recorded102,305 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 20082,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 EGY
MakeRover
Model200
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2010 102,305 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pedal spongy

Fail 23 Jul 2010 102,285 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

all foyr wheels have incorrect wheel nuts on

didnt carry out the full cat teat as the car started to over heat

the front and rear brake discs are corroded

Fail 28 May 2010 102,277 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

O/S/F strut slightly damp

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 102,270 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)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

engine has a missfire and the water pump is leaking

Fail 3 Nov 2007 102,107 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

offside front brake hose fixing bolt missing

some wheel nuts on all road wheels appear to be incorrectly fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2006 63,594 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 60,502 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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R729 EGY is a 1997 Rover 200 in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 82,625 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 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R729 EGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R729 EGY registered?

R729 EGY is a 1997 Rover 200, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R729 EGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 EGY shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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