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M42 JPL

1994 Rover Montego

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,898 mi
Last recorded57,898 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2007
Typical for 1994 Rover Montego117,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM42 JPL
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2007 57,898 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Oct 2007 57,884 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 55,109 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 52,460 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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M42 JPL is a 1994 Rover Montego in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 117,082 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 M42 JPL, 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 32 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 M42 JPL registered?

M42 JPL is a 1994 Rover Montego, first registered on 22 November 1994.

Is M42 JPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M42 JPL 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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