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M285 NJB

1994 Rover 420

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,369 mi
Last recorded83,369 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 1994 Rover 42096,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM285 NJB
MakeRover
Model420
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 83,369 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

small oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2019 82,387 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 80,890 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 78,521 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 76,460 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 74,291 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately outter sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 74,291 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately outter sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 71,313 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 68,025 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 65,575 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 65,575 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2011 63,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 63,237 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 60,851 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 58,446 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 55,802 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 53,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 50,307 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 47,261 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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M285 NJB is a 1994 Rover 420 in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1994 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 96,179 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 M285 NJB, 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 32 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 M285 NJB registered?

M285 NJB is a 1994 Rover 420, first registered on 31 August 1994.

Is M285 NJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M285 NJB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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