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VMB 685J

1971 Rover 2000 Sc

Brown Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,192 mi
Last recorded44,192 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Sc48,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMB 685J
MakeRover
Model2000 Sc
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 44,192 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface slight corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front brake hose retaining nut missing but still secure in bracket

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface slight corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 44,192 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface slight corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front brake hose retaining nut missing but still secure in bracket

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt just cover (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface slight corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 41,946 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 41,946 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Outer tyre wall perished

Pass 5 Oct 2016 41,888 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 41,888 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 41,056 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 38,856 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 37,746 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 33,880 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 32,284 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 32,229 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 32,184 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 32,008 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Sc?

Based on 2,087 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 73
brake binding 66
brake recording little or no effort 49
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VMB 685J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Sc in Brown with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1971 Rover 2000 Sc models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 48,452 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 Sc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VMB 685J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Sc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Rover 2000 Sc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VMB 685J registered?

VMB 685J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Sc, first registered on 26 January 1971.

Is VMB 685J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMB 685J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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