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G999 SJO

1989 Rover 827

Blue Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,898 mi
Last recorded26,898 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1989 Rover 82787,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG999 SJO
MakeRover
Model827
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 26,898 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 26,783 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 26,585 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 25,813 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 24,972 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,431 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 24,071 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 23,416 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,319 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,877 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 19,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 19,150 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 23 Feb 2007 17,745 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 17,745 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 15,866 miles

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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G999 SJO is a 1989 Rover 827 in Blue with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G999 SJO, 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.

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What year was G999 SJO registered?

G999 SJO is a 1989 Rover 827, first registered on 29 September 1989.

Is G999 SJO safe to buy?

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