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R994 DBD

1997 Rover 620

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,207 mi
Last recorded136,207 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 620103,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR994 DBD
MakeRover
Model620
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2010 136,207 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 128,705 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 128,705 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 122,304 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 116,565 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

long parking brake lever travel

offside rear light lens slightly damaged

sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2007 116,524 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear light lens slightly damaged

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2006 108,526 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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R994 DBD is a 1997 Rover 620 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R994 DBD, 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 R994 DBD registered?

R994 DBD is a 1997 Rover 620, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is R994 DBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R994 DBD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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