ROVER 1001959 · 2.6L PETROL

The most recent MOT on 2020-07-22 recorded several issues despite a pass. An oil leak was noted, along with slight steering play and fluctuating service brakes on both front and rear axles. The brake fluctuations were classified as "not excessively" under 1.2.1 (e), but this suggests potential wear or inconsistency in the braking system. These findings indicate ongoing maintenance needs, particularly for the braking components and sealing systems. Earlier MOTs show a mixed pattern. A 2016 failure cited imbalanced rear brakes (3.7.B.5b), which was resolved by the next test. A 2012 MOT noted marginal rear brake efficiency (3.7.B.7) and an oil leak, both of which may have been addressed by 2016. However, the 2020 report’s recurring oil leak and brake fluctuations imply that these issues may not have been fully resolved or could have re-emerged. The lack of major defects in 2013 and 2016 suggests periods of stable performance, but the 2020 results signal a return to minor but persistent faults. The vehicle’s mileage of 85,193 miles over 67 years equates to roughly 1,272 miles annually, which is low for its age.