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P276 JOV

1997 Rover 420

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,238 mi
Last recorded83,238 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover 420100,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP276 JOV
MakeRover
Model420
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 83,238 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 83,238 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2012 68,371 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 62,450 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 55,015 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 50,707 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 44,356 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 36,020 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 25,864 miles

exhaust system badly corroded no leaks at time of test

o/S rear tyre close to legal limit

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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P276 JOV is a 1997 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P276 JOV, 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 P276 JOV registered?

P276 JOV is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P276 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P276 JOV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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