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FVN 230J

1971 Rover P6

Red Petrol 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,921 mi
Last recorded21,921 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1971 Rover P641,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 230J
MakeRover
ModelP6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 21,921 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 21,878 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 21,740 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 21,106 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 21,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2016 20,175 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 19,486 miles

slight blow near exhaust manifold

hand brake travel giving little reserve travel ( new calipers and pads fitted)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 19,477 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

considerable pressure required to operate stop lamps

Fail 6 Mar 2014 19,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Outer Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

considerable pressure required to operate stop lamps

Pass 8 Aug 2012 19,352 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 19,059 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 17,502 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 13,887 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 13,767 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 13,537 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 12,752 miles

How Reliable is the Rover P6?

Based on 2,365 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 77
brake recording little or no effort 60
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
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FVN 230J is a 1971 Rover P6 in Red with a 2,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Rover P6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 41,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover P6 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FVN 230J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover P6 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 55 years old, this Rover P6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FVN 230J registered?

FVN 230J is a 1971 Rover P6, first registered on 8 June 1971.

Is FVN 230J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 230J shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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