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RXE 782L

1973 Rover 200

Grey Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,976 mi
Last recorded71,976 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRXE 782L
MakeRover
Model200
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 71,976 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 71,488 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 70,977 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 70,788 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

diff leak

gearbox oil leak

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Jun 2014 69,742 miles

gearbox oil leak

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2013 68,717 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 67,814 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 66,778 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 66,772 miles

Offside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 62,921 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 55,052 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 54,381 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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RXE 782L is a 1973 Rover 200 in Grey with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Rover 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RXE 782L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 53 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RXE 782L?

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What year was RXE 782L registered?

RXE 782L is a 1973 Rover 200, first registered on 22 January 1973.

Is RXE 782L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RXE 782L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RXE 782L have outstanding finance?

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