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R580 JDF

1997 Rover 400

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,876 mi
Last recorded129,876 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 40077,959 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR580 JDF
MakeRover
Model400
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2017 129,876 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Rover 400?

Based on 1,554 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
5,605
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
constant velocity joint gaiter split 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 68
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R580 JDF is a 1997 Rover 400 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R580 JDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R580 JDF registered?

R580 JDF is a 1997 Rover 400, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R580 JDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R580 JDF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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