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S887 UVG

1998 Rover 620

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,207 mi
Last recorded154,207 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Rover 62098,959 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS887 UVG
MakeRover
Model620
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2023 154,207 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 152,148 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 148,247 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 145,341 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 142,812 miles

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

Oil leak ()

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread Front & rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 139,333 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 134,565 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 128,862 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 121,675 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 114,715 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 109,939 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

seal kits fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2011 102,515 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 97,590 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 93,040 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 87,553 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 81,586 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 75,321 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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S887 UVG is a 1998 Rover 620 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 98,959 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 S887 UVG, 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 28 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 S887 UVG?

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What year was S887 UVG registered?

S887 UVG is a 1998 Rover 620, first registered on 22 August 1998.

Is S887 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S887 UVG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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