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P135 TGJ

1997 Rover 420

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,960 mi
Last recorded130,960 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover 420100,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP135 TGJ
MakeRover
Model420
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2007 130,960 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 130,960 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 126,014 miles

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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P135 TGJ is a 1997 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 100,306 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 P135 TGJ, 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 29 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P135 TGJ?

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What year was P135 TGJ registered?

P135 TGJ is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P135 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P135 TGJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P135 TGJ have outstanding finance?

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