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P420 RBJ

1997 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

97,784 mi
Last recorded97,784 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 220108,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP420 RBJ
MakeRover
Model220
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 97,784 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 97,779 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 91,502 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 88,044 miles

no rear bumper fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2010 88,044 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

no rear bumper fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2009 83,341 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 83,341 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2008 77,219 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s /f caliper appears damp,advise to be checked.

Pass 24 Jan 2008 77,219 miles

o/s /f caliper appears damp,advise to be checked.

Pass 20 Feb 2007 69,577 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 69,577 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 63,471 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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P420 RBJ is a 1997 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 108,744 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 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P420 RBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P420 RBJ registered?

P420 RBJ is a 1997 Rover 220, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P420 RBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P420 RBJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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