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599 UXY

1962 Rover Princess

Black Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,630 mi
Last recorded90,630 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration599 UXY
MakeRover
ModelPrincess
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 90,630 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 90,207 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 88,211 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 86,321 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 84,500 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 84,325 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 84,177 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 84,140 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 64,104 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

offside and nearside front lower wings corroded

offside and nearside rear arches corroded

slight corrosion nearside front bumpstop mount

Pass 4 Jan 2008 83,723 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 83,391 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 83,391 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 82,731 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Princess?

Based on 778 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
brake recording little or no effort 25
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Stop lamp not working 19
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599 UXY is a 1962 Rover Princess in Black with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Rover Princess fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 599 UXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 64 years old, this Rover Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 599 UXY?

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What year was 599 UXY registered?

599 UXY is a 1962 Rover Princess, first registered on 2 January 1962.

Is 599 UXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 599 UXY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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