MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
124,265 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
How Reliable is the Rover 400?
Based on 1,554 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.
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R556 DVG is a 1997 Rover 400 in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Rover 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 77,959 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Rover 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R556 DVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R556 DVG?
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What year was R556 DVG registered?
R556 DVG is a 1997 Rover 400, first registered on 28 August 1997.
Is R556 DVG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R556 DVG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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