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W271 JPA

2000 Rover 420

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,729 mi
Last recorded153,729 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2012
Typical for 2000 Rover 42086,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW271 JPA
MakeRover
Model420
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2012 153,729 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

n/s/r trailing arm bush worn

o/s/f c/v gaitor repaired

o/s/r tyre on legal limit

oil leaks

smoke emmited from exhaust

Fail 25 Feb 2011 145,002 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 145,002 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 140,109 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 130,296 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 114,492 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 96,864 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 79,550 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Fail 18 Jan 2006 79,550 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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W271 JPA is a 2000 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 86,381 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 W271 JPA, 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 26 years old, this Rover 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W271 JPA registered?

W271 JPA is a 2000 Rover 420, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W271 JPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W271 JPA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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