DVLA verified

ROVER 8001997 · 2.0L PETROL

R351 CDL

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1997 ROVER 800 is a PETROL vehicle with a 1994cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 159,823.

MOT
Expired
Expires 28/11/2025
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1997
Engine
1994cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT in November 2024 passed, but the history shows a concerning pattern of issues. The main risk pattern is corrosion, specifically noted in the underbody, which appeared in both the latest and the previous MOT. There was also a significant structural corrosion warning in the MOT from September 2022, which was not fully resolved in the subsequent MOT. The condition trend appears to be stable in terms of underlying structural issues, as corrosion remains a persistent concern across the recorded history. The mileage of 159,823 miles for a vehicle of this age suggests a moderate level of use, which could indicate consistent wear on components such as the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain. A buyer must inspect the underbody thoroughly for any signs of corrosion. They should also carefully check the towbar mounting area and the offside rear suspension component mounting area for any remaining signs of corrosion or damage. Finally, the buyer needs to check the parking brake lever operation to ensure it moves correctly.

AI insights are experimental and can be incorrect. All claims should be manually verified.

Free vehicle health score

45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

Based on free DVLA & DVSA signals. Premium checks for stolen/finance/write-off history are locked below.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
A score of 45 doesn't mean it's safe to buy. Private markers don't appear in public data.
Verified Experian Data

Full History Report

Official provenance and safety check for R351CDL

Data provided by Experian
Stolen
Locked
Finance
Locked
Write-off
Locked
Salvage
Locked
Imported
Locked
Exported
Locked
Scrapped
Locked
Destruction
Locked
V5C Logbook
Locked

Premium Data Locked

Unlock the full Experian-powered report to reveal outstanding finance, write-off history, stolen status, and more.

Data provided by Experian

Technical Specifications

AI Intelligence

What's this car worth today?

Get an instant, AI-powered valuation based on live market data, this exact model, and recent auction results.

Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT in November 2024 passed, but the history shows a concerning pattern of issues. The main risk pattern is corrosion, specifically noted in the underbody, which appeared in both the latest and the previous MOT. There was also a significant structural corrosion warning in the MOT from September 2022, which was not fully resolved in the subsequent MOT. The condition trend appears to be stable in terms of underlying structural issues, as corrosion remains a persistent concern across the recorded history. The mileage of 159,823 miles for a vehicle of this age suggests a moderate level of use, which could indicate consistent wear on components such as the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain. A buyer must inspect the underbody thoroughly for any signs of corrosion. They should also carefully check the towbar mounting area and the offside rear suspension component mounting area for any remaining signs of corrosion or damage. Finally, the buyer needs to check the parking brake lever operation to ensure it moves correctly.

AI insights are experimental and can be incorrect. All claims should be manually verified.

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1997 Rover 800 (R351 CDL) has a recorded MOT history spanning from September 2022 to November 2024, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 6 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 7 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))”.

AI insights are experimental and can be incorrect. All claims should be manually verified.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY