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XLK 297

1984 Rover 2600

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Rover 260075,711 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLK 297
MakeRover
Model2600
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025
Pass 3 Jul 2024
Pass 17 Apr 2023
Pass 8 Apr 2022
Pass 7 Apr 2021 3,601 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 2,736 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 748 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 7,488 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 2 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 2 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 2 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Rover 2600?

Based on 1,236 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
622
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Steering rack gaiter split 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 37
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XLK 297 is a 1984 Rover 2600 in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1984 Rover 2600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 75,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2600 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLK 297, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2600 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 42 years old, this Rover 2600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XLK 297?

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What year was XLK 297 registered?

XLK 297 is a 1984 Rover 2600, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is XLK 297 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLK 297 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLK 297 have outstanding finance?

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