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K251 JYD

1993 Rover 420

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,651 mi
Last recorded92,651 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1993 Rover 42099,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK251 JYD
MakeRover
Model420
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 92,651 miles

both front tyres perished

front suspension parts corroded

oil leak

rear suspension parts corroded

Pass 22 May 2023 91,877 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 91,858 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

small exhaust blow rear box

small oil leak

Fail 19 Feb 2013 91,718 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 89,569 miles

Both front tyres cracking on sidewall, but not down to cord.

Pass 21 Feb 2011 87,289 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 84,829 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 82,653 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 80,512 miles

ALTHOUGH VEHICLE NOT EQUIPED WITH ABS THE ABS WARNING LAMP IS USED FOR REAR FOG WARNING

Pass 1 Mar 2007 77,781 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 75,597 miles

abs light comes on when fog light switch is activated although this is a non abs car †

radiator cooling fins in poor condition

Fail 2 Mar 2006 75,597 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

abs light comes on when rear fog lamp is switched on but abs is not fitted to vehicle

radiator cooling fins very poor condition

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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K251 JYD is a 1993 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 99,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 420 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 35,342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K251 JYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K251 JYD registered?

K251 JYD is a 1993 Rover 420, first registered on 11 March 1993.

Is K251 JYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K251 JYD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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