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R863 NKV

1998 Rover 800

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,145 mi
Last recorded105,145 miles
Recorded on8 May 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 80090,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR863 NKV
MakeRover
Model800
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 May 2007 105,145 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 98,253 miles

chip in screen.

o/s/f fog lamp inop.

slight play steering rack.

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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R863 NKV 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R863 NKV, 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 R863 NKV?

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What year was R863 NKV registered?

R863 NKV is a 1998 Rover 800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R863 NKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R863 NKV shows 2 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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