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J306 DCD

1992 Rover 420

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

60,249 mi
Last recorded60,249 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 1992 Rover 42099,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ306 DCD
MakeRover
Model420
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 60,249 miles

Nearside Outer sill coated in underseal

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

underside of vehicle coated with underseal

Pass 13 Jul 2018 59,302 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

n/s and o/s outer sills coated with underseal

Pass 25 Apr 2016 54,737 miles

Rear exhaust starting to leak.

Fail 25 Apr 2016 54,737 miles

Rear exhaust starting to leak.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 53,549 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 50,654 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 50,654 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 47,771 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)

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 46,429 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 46,413 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 42,735 miles

slight exhaust leak.

Pass 14 Apr 2010 39,757 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,113 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 36,935 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 36,935 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 34,542 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 32,214 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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J306 DCD is a 1992 Rover 420 in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1992 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 99,137 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 420 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 35,342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J306 DCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 34 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J306 DCD registered?

J306 DCD is a 1992 Rover 420, first registered on 27 March 1992.

Is J306 DCD safe to buy?

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