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S747 REC

1998 Rover 623

Silver Petrol 2259cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,393 mi
Last recorded47,393 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 62393,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS747 REC
MakeRover
Model623
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,259cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 47,393 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met - 16%

Underside slightly corroded in places but not considered excessive

Fail 30 Mar 2016 47,393 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met - 16%

Underside slightly corroded in places but not considered excessive

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 45,720 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 42,847 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,661 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 36,585 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2008 36,585 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 33,244 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 29,345 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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S747 REC is a 1998 Rover 623 in Silver with a 2,259cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 93,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S747 REC, 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 28 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S747 REC registered?

S747 REC is a 1998 Rover 623, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S747 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S747 REC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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