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J639 MJO

1991 Rover Montego

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

190,814 mi
Last recorded190,814 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1991 Rover Montego84,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ639 MJO
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 190,814 miles

exchaust corrodied

front n/plate cracked at bottom

front screen cracked os corner

os head lamp cracked

Pass 16 Aug 2012 186,271 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 186,249 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 181,148 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

crack in rear window

offside rear wheel arch corroded by filler neck

Pass 2 Aug 2010 174,102 miles

ns and osr wheel archs corrodied not causing sharp edges

osf head lamp lens cracked not effecting imige

wheel trims fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2009 167,248 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 162,210 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 157,608 miles

o/s/f head lamp lens cracked

Pass 24 Aug 2006 154,023 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Rover Montego?

Based on 15,359 MOT tests across 3,882 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
3,882
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,469
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,015
constant velocity joint gaiter split 965
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 820
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J639 MJO is a 1991 Rover Montego in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 84,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Montego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J639 MJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Montego typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J639 MJO registered?

J639 MJO is a 1991 Rover Montego, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J639 MJO safe to buy?

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