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R979 EJW

1997 Rover 620

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,260 mi
Last recorded132,260 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover 620103,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR979 EJW
MakeRover
Model620
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2006 132,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jul 2006 132,260 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R979 EJW is a 1997 Rover 620 in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Rover 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 103,217 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 620 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 54,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R979 EJW, 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 29 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 R979 EJW registered?

R979 EJW is a 1997 Rover 620, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R979 EJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R979 EJW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R979 EJW have outstanding finance?

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