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NJI 1397

1994 Rover 827

Black Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,962 mi
Last recorded59,962 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 1994 Rover 827103,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJI 1397
MakeRover
Model827
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 59,962 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 59,743 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

fuel filler neck corroded.

Pass 9 Mar 2012 59,527 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

exhaust corroded.

Pass 4 Mar 2011 59,054 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both front tyre treads cracking.

both rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 16 Feb 2010 58,301 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

all brake pipes coated in grease.

Pass 14 Feb 2009 57,676 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 57,003 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 57,003 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 54,809 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 51,939 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 827?

Based on 22,695 MOT tests across 4,588 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
2,802
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,678
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,427
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,187
Brake pipe excessively corroded 884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 854
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NJI 1397 is a 1994 Rover 827 in Black with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1994 Rover 827 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 103,169 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 827 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJI 1397, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 827 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 32 years old, this Rover 827 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJI 1397 registered?

NJI 1397 is a 1994 Rover 827, first registered on 1 December 1994.

Is NJI 1397 safe to buy?

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