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R97 PWP

1997 Rover 623

Grey Petrol 2259cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,633 mi
Last recorded42,633 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover 62395,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 PWP
MakeRover
Model623
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,259cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2007 42,633 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leaking from filter or housing

Fail 23 Oct 2007 42,633 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leaking from filter or housing

Pass 27 Oct 2006 40,402 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 40,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 38,001 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 623?

Based on 34,804 MOT tests across 5,475 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
4,621
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
5,475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,216
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
parking brake recording little or no effort 2,228
Stop lamp not working 1,886
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R97 PWP is a 1997 Rover 623 in Grey with a 2,259cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 95,906 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 623 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R97 PWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 623 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R97 PWP?

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What year was R97 PWP registered?

R97 PWP is a 1997 Rover 623, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is R97 PWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R97 PWP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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