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X508 FCY

2000 Rover 200

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2012
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

115,086 mi
Last recorded115,086 miles
Recorded on14 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Rover 20061,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX508 FCY
MakeRover
Model200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2011 115,086 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise n/s rack end

o/s/f front indicator lens missing

Fail 13 May 2011 115,085 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise n/s rack end

o/s/f front indicator lens missing

Pass 1 Feb 2010 108,531 miles

aftermarket rear lights fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2010 108,530 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

aftermarket rear lights fitted

nearside front tyre cut to sidewall (not showing cords)

offside front tyre cut to sidewall (not showing cords)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 99,926 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 99,892 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 19 Sep 2006 99,694 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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X508 FCY is a 2000 Rover 200 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 2000 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 61,773 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X508 FCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X508 FCY?

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What year was X508 FCY registered?

X508 FCY is a 2000 Rover 200, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X508 FCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X508 FCY shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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