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P989 FBU

1996 Rover 420

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

211,162 mi
Last recorded211,162 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Rover 42099,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP989 FBU
MakeRover
Model420
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2008 211,162 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 211,126 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 204,961 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 201,012 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 201,012 miles

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

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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P989 FBU is a 1996 Rover 420 in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 99,613 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 P989 FBU, 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 30 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P989 FBU registered?

P989 FBU is a 1996 Rover 420, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P989 FBU safe to buy?

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