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J794 LNV

1992 Rover Montego

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,320 mi
Last recorded142,320 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2008
Typical for 1992 Rover Montego100,692 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ794 LNV
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2008 142,320 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 142,318 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 138,526 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2008 138,526 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2006 138,435 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 135,608 miles

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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J794 LNV is a 1992 Rover Montego in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 100,692 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 J794 LNV, 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 34 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J794 LNV registered?

J794 LNV is a 1992 Rover Montego, first registered on 31 January 1992.

Is J794 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J794 LNV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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