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R826 AEV

1997 Rover Coupe Auto

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,460 mi
Last recorded120,460 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover Coupe Auto87,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR826 AEV
MakeRover
ModelCoupe Auto
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2007 120,460 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 114,858 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 113,517 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Coupe Auto?

Based on 674 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
4,724
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
constant velocity joint gaiter split 36
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 25
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R826 AEV is a 1997 Rover Coupe Auto in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover Coupe Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 87,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Coupe Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R826 AEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Coupe Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Rover Coupe Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R826 AEV registered?

R826 AEV is a 1997 Rover Coupe Auto, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R826 AEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R826 AEV shows 3 tests 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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