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T159 JFU

1999 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

173,356 mi
Last recorded173,356 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2006
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT159 JFU
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2006 173,356 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 173,356 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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T159 JFU is a 1999 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 92,472 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 T159 JFU, 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 27 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 T159 JFU?

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What year was T159 JFU registered?

T159 JFU is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 15 March 1999.

Is T159 JFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T159 JFU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T159 JFU have outstanding finance?

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