MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,169 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
all steering joint dust boots are cracked and perishing
evidence of play in both king pins
front center suspension mounting is worn
n/s/r brake reading is low
vehicle is heavily modified
Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
nearside front shock absorber mounting bolt bent
How Reliable is the Rover 80?
Based on 2,851 MOT tests across 521 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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8979 HX is a 1960 Rover 80 in Green with a 3,948cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1960 Rover 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Rover 80 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8979 HX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 66 years old, this Rover 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 8979 HX?
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What year was 8979 HX registered?
8979 HX is a 1960 Rover 80, first registered on 8 June 1960.
Is 8979 HX safe to buy?
The MOT history for 8979 HX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 8979 HX have outstanding finance?
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