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P23 TRP

1997 Rover 420

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,414 mi
Last recorded108,414 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 420100,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP23 TRP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2010 108,414 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 108,414 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 102,705 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 102,705 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 96,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 96,823 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 89,206 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fail 3 Dec 2007 89,206 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 77,600 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 73,633 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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P23 TRP is a 1997 Rover 420 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P23 TRP, 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 P23 TRP?

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What year was P23 TRP registered?

P23 TRP is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 17 July 1997.

Is P23 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P23 TRP shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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