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WJN 550

1959 Rover 90

Brown Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

38,600 mi
Last recorded38,600 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1959 Rover 9042,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJN 550
MakeRover
Model90
Year1959
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2026 38,600 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Steering locking device missing Draglink (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Inner Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Steering locking device missing Draglink (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive From rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Outer Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 36,989 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2019 36,874 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Rover 90?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 86
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 31
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WJN 550 is a 1959 Rover 90 in Brown with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1959 Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 42,850 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 90 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJN 550, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 67 years old, this Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJN 550 registered?

WJN 550 is a 1959 Rover 90, first registered on 11 March 1959.

Is WJN 550 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJN 550 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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