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ROVER 8001998 · 2.0L PETROL

S960 APD

Vehicle Insight Summary

ROVER 800 (1998, PETROL, 1994cc) — mileage recorded at 55,544. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 03/02/2007
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1998
Engine
1994cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT was passed on 27th January 2006. The previous MOT failure in January 2006 detailed several significant issues, including a seriously weakened rear brake disc and concerns regarding the exhaust system support. The history provided only shows one failure and one subsequent pass, so it is not possible to determine a clear trend of worsening or improving condition from this limited data. The mileage of 55,544 miles for a vehicle registered in 1998 suggests an annual mileage of approximately 1,984 miles per year. This level of mileage is relatively low for a vehicle of this age, which could indicate lighter use or extended periods of standing. A buyer should first thoroughly inspect the braking system, paying close attention to the rear brake discs, as this was noted as seriously weakened in the previous inspection. Secondly, check the condition of the exhaust system support and the overall condition of the rear brake components. Finally, inspect the offside obligatory mirror to ensure it is not significantly damaged, as this was a noted defect.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

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Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT was passed on 27th January 2006. The previous MOT failure in January 2006 detailed several significant issues, including a seriously weakened rear brake disc and concerns regarding the exhaust system support. The history provided only shows one failure and one subsequent pass, so it is not possible to determine a clear trend of worsening or improving condition from this limited data. The mileage of 55,544 miles for a vehicle registered in 1998 suggests an annual mileage of approximately 1,984 miles per year. This level of mileage is relatively low for a vehicle of this age, which could indicate lighter use or extended periods of standing. A buyer should first thoroughly inspect the braking system, paying close attention to the rear brake discs, as this was noted as seriously weakened in the previous inspection. Secondly, check the condition of the exhaust system support and the overall condition of the rear brake components. Finally, inspect the offside obligatory mirror to ensure it is not significantly damaged, as this was a noted defect.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1998, this Rover 800 with plate S960 APD has undergone 2 MOT inspections since January 2006.

Across its entire MOT history, this Rover has a 50% success rate (1 passes and 1 fails). This pass rate is below average and potential buyers should investigate the failure history carefully.

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

A total of 8 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)”.

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