MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
147,871 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Rover 618?
Based on 114,474 MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S51 TPU is a 1998 Rover 618 in Gold with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1998 Rover 618 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 94,619 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 618 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S51 TPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 618 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 618 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of S51 TPU?
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What year was S51 TPU registered?
S51 TPU is a 1998 Rover 618, first registered on 22 October 1998.
Is S51 TPU safe to buy?
The MOT history for S51 TPU 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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