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N232 GJN

1996 Rover 420

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

111,605 mi
Last recorded111,605 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Rover 42099,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN232 GJN
MakeRover
Model420
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Aug 2010 111,605 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 105,263 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion to both rear outer sills

Pass 17 Jun 2008 98,099 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 90,606 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f headlamp chipped

Pass 5 Jun 2007 90,606 miles

n/s/f headlamp chipped

Pass 5 Jun 2006 82,020 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Jun 2006 82,020 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2005 75,420 miles

cam cover gasket oil leak

o/s/r tyre perished

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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N232 GJN is a 1996 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 99,613 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 N232 GJN, 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 30 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 N232 GJN registered?

N232 GJN is a 1996 Rover 420, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N232 GJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N232 GJN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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