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J517 OHP

1991 Rover 420

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,973 mi
Last recorded50,973 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ517 OHP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 50,973 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 50,427 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 50,197 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 48,883 miles

coolant level very low

Fail 21 Nov 2013 47,327 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

handbrake readings only just meet m o t standard on roller brake test

rear service brake readings only just meet m o t standard on roller brake test

Pass 21 Nov 2013 47,327 miles

handbrake readings only just meet m o t standard on roller brake test

rear service brake readings only just meet m o t standard on roller brake test

Pass 21 Nov 2012 46,664 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 46,129 miles

Off side rear tyre side wall deteriorated

Pass 24 Nov 2010 45,241 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 24 Nov 2009 44,436 miles

slight coolant leak

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hose from PAS rack weeping

long handbrake travel

n/s/r tyre 8 yrs old

Pass 24 Nov 2008 43,124 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

both rear main suspension bushes cracking

long handbrake travel

stone chip windscreen

wipers not clearing properly

Pass 19 Nov 2007 41,750 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 40,695 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2006 40,694 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 39,121 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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J517 OHP is a 1991 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Rover 420 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 35,342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J517 OHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 35 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J517 OHP?

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What year was J517 OHP registered?

J517 OHP is a 1991 Rover 420, first registered on 6 December 1991.

Is J517 OHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J517 OHP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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