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F242 SJN

1989 Rover 827

Blue Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,640 mi
Last recorded114,640 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2005
Typical for 1989 Rover 82787,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF242 SJN
MakeRover
Model827
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2005 114,640 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

How Reliable is the Rover 827?

Based on 22,695 MOT tests across 4,588 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
2,802
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,678
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,427
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 854
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F242 SJN is a 1989 Rover 827 in Blue with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 87,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 827 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F242 SJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 827 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Rover 827 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F242 SJN registered?

F242 SJN is a 1989 Rover 827, first registered on 29 April 1989.

Is F242 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F242 SJN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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