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J502 HMU

1992 Rover Montego

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,163 mi
Last recorded67,163 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 1992 Rover Montego100,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ502 HMU
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2008 67,163 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 57,466 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

damage to both corners of rear bumper

left rear indicator lens cracked

Fail 6 Nov 2007 57,466 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

damage to both corners of rear bumper

left rear indicator lens cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2006 51,160 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Montego?

Based on 15,359 MOT tests across 3,882 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
3,882
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,469
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,015
constant velocity joint gaiter split 965
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 820
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J502 HMU is a 1992 Rover Montego in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 100,692 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Montego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J502 HMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Montego typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J502 HMU registered?

J502 HMU is a 1992 Rover Montego, first registered on 18 May 1992.

Is J502 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J502 HMU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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