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R918 XOF

1998 Rover 620

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

52,109 mi
Last recorded52,109 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover 62098,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 XOF
MakeRover
Model620
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 52,109 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 50,713 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 50,713 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 50,704 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake inoperative on one side nearside offside (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 50,056 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear parking brake low effort

Pass 25 Aug 2023 48,805 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 45,083 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2022 45,083 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 43,751 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 May 2022 43,750 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2021 39,380 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Close to mot fail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2021 39,340 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Close to mot fail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 38,192 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 38,161 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 37,988 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 37,664 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 36,872 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 36,297 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 35,704 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 35,342 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 35,046 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 33,606 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 33,470 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 33,049 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 32,650 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 32,392 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 31,271 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 620?

Based on 377,508 MOT tests across 62,731 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
5,418
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
62,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54,795
constant velocity joint gaiter split 38,198
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,569
parking brake recording little or no effort 27,353
Stop lamp not working 21,495
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R918 XOF is a 1998 Rover 620 in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

Across all 1998 Rover 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 98,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 620 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 54,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R918 XOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 620 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 620 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R918 XOF registered?

R918 XOF is a 1998 Rover 620, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R918 XOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R918 XOF shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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