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WRD 19J

1971 Rover 2000 Sc

Green Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

82,594 mi
Last recorded82,594 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Sc48,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRD 19J
MakeRover
Model2000 Sc
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 82,594 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 82,240 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill kit fitted

slight play steering box / all steering joint's

steering box damp

Fail 27 Jul 2023 82,237 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill kit fitted

slight play steering box / all steering joint's

steering box damp

Pass 28 Jun 2022 82,056 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 81,770 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 81,190 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 80,959 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 80,787 miles

Offside Front top swivel boot not fitting correctly

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

genaral rust in body and componants

hazards not flashing dim

Fail 2 Jul 2018 80,786 miles

Brake performance not tested both front brakes stuck on (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too low headlights need adjusting (4.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted both rear calipiers excessive movement (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released stop lights (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front top swivel boot not fitting correctly

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

genaral rust in body and componants

hazards not flashing dim

Pass 29 Jun 2017 80,534 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 80,531 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing shock absorber lower split pin missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush started to deteriorate (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 79,977 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 79,502 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 79,232 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 79,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 78,990 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 78,554 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2011 78,073 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 77,907 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 77,566 miles

Offside front trye worn on inner edge

Fail 22 Jun 2009 77,566 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside front trye worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2008 77,433 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 77,425 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2007 77,296 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 76,999 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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WRD 19J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Sc in Green with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WRD 19J, 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 WRD 19J registered?

WRD 19J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Sc, first registered on 2 March 1971.

Is WRD 19J safe to buy?

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