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164 FKJ

1959 Rover 90

Brown Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,171 mi
Last recorded73,171 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2011
Typical for 1959 Rover 9042,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration164 FKJ
MakeRover
Model90
Year1959
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2011 73,171 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 73,164 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 73,158 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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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164 FKJ 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 66.7%.

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 164 FKJ, 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

How do I check the history of 164 FKJ?

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What year was 164 FKJ registered?

164 FKJ is a 1959 Rover 90, first registered on 11 May 1959.

Is 164 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 164 FKJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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