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P459 VAP

1997 Rover 623

Silver Petrol 2256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,788 mi
Last recorded125,788 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 62395,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 VAP
MakeRover
Model623
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,256cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2008 125,788 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 125,788 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Mar 2007 122,842 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 118,022 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 623?

Based on 34,804 MOT tests across 5,475 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
4,621
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
5,475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,216
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
parking brake recording little or no effort 2,228
Stop lamp not working 1,886
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P459 VAP is a 1997 Rover 623 in Silver with a 2,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 95,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 623 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P459 VAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 623 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P459 VAP registered?

P459 VAP is a 1997 Rover 623, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P459 VAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P459 VAP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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