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PFU 958

1957 Rover 90

Black Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,765 mi
Last recorded4,765 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1957 Rover 9035,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFU 958
MakeRover
Model90
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 4,765 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 4,529 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 14 May 2014 4,529 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 105,214 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 104,529 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 104,529 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 4,529 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 4,529 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,238 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 90?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 86
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 31
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PFU 958 is a 1957 Rover 90 in Black with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1957 Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 35,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 90 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFU 958, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 69 years old, this Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFU 958?

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What year was PFU 958 registered?

PFU 958 is a 1957 Rover 90, first registered on 3 July 1957.

Is PFU 958 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFU 958 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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