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J188 UJB

1992 Rover 218

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

201,633 mi
Last recorded201,633 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 1992 Rover 218131,583 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ188 UJB
MakeRover
Model218
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2022 201,633 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 201,156 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 200,439 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 199,508 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 197,931 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 197,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 196,355 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 193,538 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 190,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2014 185,775 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 185,714 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 181,047 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Oct 2013 180,966 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 176,465 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Oct 2011 71,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

centre silencer temporary repair

general underside corrosion and heavily plated

Pass 28 Oct 2011 71,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

centre silencer temporary repair

general underside corrosion and heavily plated

Pass 29 Oct 2010 166,210 miles

welding just met minimum standard

Fail 28 Oct 2010 166,209 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 161,426 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 157,561 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 150,250 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 138,332 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 138,210 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 138,115 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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J188 UJB is a 1992 Rover 218 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 131,583 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J188 UJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J188 UJB is a 1992 Rover 218, first registered on 19 February 1992.

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