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VLT 748M

1974 Rover 220

Brown Petrol 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,557 mi
Last recorded51,557 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLT 748M
MakeRover
Model220
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 51,557 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 50,951 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 50,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 50,949 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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VLT 748M is a 1974 Rover 220 in Brown with a 2,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLT 748M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 52 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLT 748M registered?

VLT 748M is a 1974 Rover 220, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is VLT 748M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLT 748M shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLT 748M have outstanding finance?

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