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J38 ORU

1991 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,071 mi
Last recorded99,071 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2008
Typical for 1991 Rover 41495,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ38 ORU
MakeRover
Model414
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2008 99,071 miles

crack in n/s rear light lens

down pipe corroded and slight blow

front number plate cracked

Fail 29 Aug 2008 99,071 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

crack in n/s rear light lens

down pipe corroded and slight blow

front number plate cracked

Pass 17 Jul 2007 87,585 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 84,961 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 414?

Based on 376,618 MOT tests across 66,719 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
4,719
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
66,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,491
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,763
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 14,180
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,305
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J38 ORU is a 1991 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 95,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 414 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J38 ORU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 414 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J38 ORU?

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What year was J38 ORU registered?

J38 ORU is a 1991 Rover 414, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J38 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J38 ORU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J38 ORU have outstanding finance?

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