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J968 DWP

1992 Rover 418

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

207,605 mi
Last recorded207,605 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2007
Typical for 1992 Rover 418133,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ968 DWP
MakeRover
Model418
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2007 207,605 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 207,595 miles

Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 194,007 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 1,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

How Reliable is the Rover 418?

Based on 44,803 MOT tests across 9,538 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
5,608
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
9,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,476
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,183
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,072
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,405
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,739
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J968 DWP is a 1992 Rover 418 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 133,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 418 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 4,476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J968 DWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 418 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J968 DWP registered?

J968 DWP is a 1992 Rover 418, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J968 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J968 DWP 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.

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