MOT Status
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Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Oil leak
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Oil leak
advise n/s rear lens damaged but in working order
How Reliable is the Rover 21?
Based on 953 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R853 JBV is a 1997 Rover 21 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1997 Rover 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 74,651 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 21 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R853 JBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 21 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R853 JBV?
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What year was R853 JBV registered?
R853 JBV is a 1997 Rover 21, first registered on 12 December 1997.
Is R853 JBV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R853 JBV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R853 JBV have outstanding finance?
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