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XAS 629

1957 Rover 105

Green Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,256 mi
Last recorded85,256 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 1957 Rover 10563,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAS 629
MakeRover
Model105
Year1957
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2024 85,256 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 105?

Based on 560 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 38
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
brake recording little or no effort 9
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XAS 629 is a 1957 Rover 105 in Green with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Rover 105 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 63,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 105 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAS 629, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 105 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 69 years old, this Rover 105 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAS 629?

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What year was XAS 629 registered?

XAS 629 is a 1957 Rover 105, first registered on 25 April 1957.

Is XAS 629 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAS 629 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAS 629 have outstanding finance?

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