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TGC 880L

1973 Rover 2000 Sc

White Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,958 mi
Last recorded39,958 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1973 Rover 2000 Sc51,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 880L
MakeRover
Model2000 Sc
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 39,958 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 39,914 miles

both rear brake hose ferrules corroding

Pass 5 Jul 2016 39,878 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all brake hose ferrules corroding

Pass 3 Jul 2015 39,843 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 39,785 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 39,724 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 39,723 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 39,655 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 39,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2009 39,655 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 39,655 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 39,625 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Sc?

Based on 2,087 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 73
brake binding 66
brake recording little or no effort 49
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TGC 880L is a 1973 Rover 2000 Sc in White with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1973 Rover 2000 Sc models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 Sc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGC 880L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Sc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 53 years old, this Rover 2000 Sc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TGC 880L?

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What year was TGC 880L registered?

TGC 880L is a 1973 Rover 2000 Sc, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is TGC 880L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGC 880L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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