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EXD 178J

1971 Rover 2000 Tc

Green Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,967 mi
Last recorded1,967 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2005
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Tc58,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXD 178J
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2005 1,967 miles

nearside and offside rear outer body corroded not effecting chassis

offside front steering link rubber dust cover split has no play

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Tc?

Based on 2,597 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 87
brake binding 67
brake recording little or no effort 61
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EXD 178J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc in Green with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Rover 2000 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 58,053 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 Tc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EXD 178J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Rover 2000 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EXD 178J?

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What year was EXD 178J registered?

EXD 178J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 12 January 1971.

Is EXD 178J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXD 178J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EXD 178J have outstanding finance?

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