The road tax status for P256 FBW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P256 FBW?

The MOT for P256 FBW is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of P256 FBW?

The recorded mileage for P256 FBW is 156,320 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P256 FBW ULEZ compliant?

No, P256 FBW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 Rover 620 2.0L Petrol · P256 FBW

P256 FBW

1997 Rover 620 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 09 May 1997. Recorded mileage 156,320 miles. MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027.

Make & Model: ROVER 620
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 18 Mar 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 156,320 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1997

Engine

1997cc

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P256 FBW Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
156,320 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)

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P256 FBW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Nov 2026, 12:23

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Rover 620 (P256 FBW) between March 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 11 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring mounting insecure spring rubbing on front swivel arm (5.3.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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P256 FBW Mileage History

18/03/200681,494 mi
17/03/200786,819 mi+5,325 mi
01/03/200892,577 mi+5,758 mi
14/03/200996,585 mi+4,008 mi
06/03/2010101,921 mi+5,336 mi
05/03/2011106,386 mi+4,465 mi
10/03/2012112,185 mi+5,799 mi
04/03/2013116,187 mi+4,002 mi
24/02/2014121,609 mi+5,422 mi
25/02/2014121,610 mi+1 mi
10/03/2015127,898 mi+6,288 mi
10/03/2015127,898 mi
25/02/2016131,725 mi+3,827 mi
25/02/2016131,725 mi
09/03/2017135,812 mi+4,087 mi
10/03/2017135,824 mi+12 mi
06/03/2018138,599 mi+2,775 mi
08/03/2018138,599 mi
18/02/2019141,142 mi+2,543 mi
05/03/2020144,066 mi+2,924 mi
04/03/2021144,755 mi+689 mi
02/03/2022146,537 mi+1,782 mi
02/03/2022146,537 mi
08/03/2023151,829 mi+5,292 mi
08/03/2023151,829 mi
19/03/2024152,865 mi+1,036 mi
11/03/2025154,163 mi+1,298 mi
09/03/2026156,320 mi+2,157 mi
11/03/2026156,320 mi

Average of roughly 3,745 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

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