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473 APC

1956 Rover 90

Grey Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,100 mi
Last recorded30,100 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 1956 Rover 9055,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration473 APC
MakeRover
Model90
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 30,100 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front body mounting corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2017 28,132 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 26,644 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 25,261 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 23,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 23,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 21,216 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 18,587 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 15,803 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 12,843 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 9,845 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 6,823 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 3,730 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 1,929 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 90?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 86
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 31
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473 APC is a 1956 Rover 90 in Grey with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1956 Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 55,677 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 90 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 473 APC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 70 years old, this Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 473 APC?

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What year was 473 APC registered?

473 APC is a 1956 Rover 90, first registered on 1 March 1956.

Is 473 APC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 473 APC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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