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VYR 720

1988 Rover 60

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,161 mi
Last recorded75,161 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYR 720
MakeRover
Model60
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 75,161 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 75,010 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 74,905 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 74,615 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 74,611 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 72,867 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 72,837 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 72,533 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 72,255 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 71,802 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 71,189 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 70,330 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 68,904 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 60?

Based on 952 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
384
Miles/Year
78
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 26
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
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VYR 720 is a 1988 Rover 60 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Rover 60 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYR 720, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 60 typically stays on UK roads for around 78 years. At 38 years old, this Rover 60 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VYR 720?

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What year was VYR 720 registered?

VYR 720 is a 1988 Rover 60, first registered on 29 February 1988.

Is VYR 720 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYR 720 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYR 720 have outstanding finance?

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