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P150 DJE

1997 Rover 420

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,615 mi
Last recorded111,615 miles
Recorded on19 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 420100,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP150 DJE
MakeRover
Model420
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2010 111,615 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 103,404 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST CORRODED

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

REAR REGISTRATION PLATE DETERIORATED

Fail 28 Apr 2009 103,404 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST CORRODED

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

REAR REGISTRATION PLATE DETERIORATED

Pass 30 Apr 2008 93,445 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 87,284 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 87,284 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2006 81,039 miles

Nearside Rear Lower 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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P150 DJE is a 1997 Rover 420 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P150 DJE, 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

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What year was P150 DJE registered?

P150 DJE is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P150 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P150 DJE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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