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LYB 505K

1972 Rover 200

Brown Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,839 mi
Last recorded52,839 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1972 Rover 20051,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYB 505K
MakeRover
Model200
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 52,839 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Osr tyre low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 50,895 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front steering front arms boots starting to crack (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSR tyre low on inner edge and cracking in tread and on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 May 2021 50,894 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle exhaust box blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Osf lower ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front steering front arms boots starting to crack (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSR tyre low on inner edge and cracking in tread and on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 47,562 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 45,800 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

front brakes binding slightly

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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LYB 505K is a 1972 Rover 200 in Brown with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 51,812 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LYB 505K, 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 54 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYB 505K registered?

LYB 505K is a 1972 Rover 200, first registered on 11 July 1972.

Is LYB 505K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYB 505K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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