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J285 EUG

1992 Rover 825

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

147,791 mi
Last recorded147,791 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2006
Typical for 1992 Rover 825121,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ285 EUG
MakeRover
Model825
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2006 147,791 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Rover 825?

Based on 28,395 MOT tests across 5,078 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
4,080
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
5,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,646
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,712
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,511
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,111
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,022
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J285 EUG is a 1992 Rover 825 in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1992 Rover 825 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 121,340 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 825 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J285 EUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 825 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Rover 825 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J285 EUG?

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What year was J285 EUG registered?

J285 EUG is a 1992 Rover 825, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J285 EUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J285 EUG shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J285 EUG have outstanding finance?

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