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J877 SOP

1991 Rover 220

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

57,848 mi
Last recorded57,848 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Rover 220101,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ877 SOP
MakeRover
Model220
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 57,848 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 57,373 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 56,321 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 56,067 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 55,942 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 55,776 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair o/s rear (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 55,452 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 55,118 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 54,665 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 54,252 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 54,252 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering subframe wher track contropl arm mounts inner (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 53,753 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2014 53,348 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 52,875 miles

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 52,275 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 51,777 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 51,070 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 50,051 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 49,176 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 48,149 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 46,349 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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J877 SOP is a 1991 Rover 220 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1991 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 101,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J877 SOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 35 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J877 SOP registered?

J877 SOP is a 1991 Rover 220, first registered on 12 September 1991.

Is J877 SOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J877 SOP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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