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EPX 961L

1973 Rover 200

Cream Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,396 mi
Last recorded75,396 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPX 961L
MakeRover
Model200
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 75,396 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking from offside rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox leak from offside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 75,343 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak from radiator ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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EPX 961L is a 1973 Rover 200 in Cream with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Rover 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPX 961L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 53 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPX 961L?

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What year was EPX 961L registered?

EPX 961L is a 1973 Rover 200, first registered on 17 July 1973.

Is EPX 961L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPX 961L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPX 961L have outstanding finance?

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