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R726 FOB

1998 Rover 623

Gold Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,839 mi
Last recorded136,839 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2005
Typical for 1998 Rover 62393,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR726 FOB
MakeRover
Model623
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2005 136,839 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Jun 2005 136,839 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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R726 FOB is a 1998 Rover 623 in Gold with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 93,923 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 623 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R726 FOB, 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 28 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 R726 FOB registered?

R726 FOB is a 1998 Rover 623, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R726 FOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R726 FOB 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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