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YOF 786J

1971 Rover 2000 Sc

Brown Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,973 mi
Last recorded86,973 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2009
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Sc48,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOF 786J
MakeRover
Model2000 Sc
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2009 86,973 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 82,829 miles

Both rear bump stops missing

o/s/f non obligatory lamp not working

Fail 28 Nov 2008 82,828 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both rear bump stops missing

o/s/f non obligatory lamp not working

Pass 4 Dec 2007 7,948 miles

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

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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YOF 786J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Sc in Brown with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YOF 786J, 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 YOF 786J registered?

YOF 786J is a 1971 Rover 2000 Sc, first registered on 24 June 1971.

Is YOF 786J safe to buy?

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