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SLU 861

1956 Rover 90

Grey Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,995 mi
Last recorded24,995 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2012
Typical for 1956 Rover 9055,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLU 861
MakeRover
Model90
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2012 24,995 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 24,855 miles

o/s/r brake slightly binding

slight corrosion n/s/f lower inner sill corner

Pass 25 Jan 2010 24,782 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 24,732 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 24,693 miles

both rear brakes slightly binding

hand brake travel long

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 11 Apr 2006 24,638 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 90?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 86
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 31
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SLU 861 is a 1956 Rover 90 in Grey with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 55,677 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 90 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SLU 861, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 70 years old, this Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SLU 861?

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What year was SLU 861 registered?

SLU 861 is a 1956 Rover 90, first registered on 21 March 1956.

Is SLU 861 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLU 861 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLU 861 have outstanding finance?

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