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S233 RPW

1997 Rover 620

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,038 mi
Last recorded153,038 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Rover 620103,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS233 RPW
MakeRover
Model620
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2009 153,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 153,038 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 150,511 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 146,760 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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S233 RPW is a 1997 Rover 620 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S233 RPW, 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

How do I check the history of S233 RPW?

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What year was S233 RPW registered?

S233 RPW is a 1997 Rover 620, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S233 RPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S233 RPW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S233 RPW have outstanding finance?

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