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K438 WPF

1993 Rover 414

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,137 mi
Last recorded43,137 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1993 Rover 41489,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK438 WPF
MakeRover
Model414
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 43,137 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 43,134 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill in 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 42,607 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 42,020 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 40,856 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 40,072 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 39,464 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 38,712 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 37,479 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 36,146 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 34,895 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 34,895 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 33,623 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 32,204 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 30,836 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 29,697 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 28,497 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 27,212 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 25,185 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 21,988 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)

slightly damp around power steering hoses

Pass 10 Jun 2005 18,288 miles

bumper insecure

How Reliable is the Rover 414?

Based on 376,618 MOT tests across 66,719 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
4,719
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
66,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,491
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,763
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 14,180
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,305
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K438 WPF is a 1993 Rover 414 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1993 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 89,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 414 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K438 WPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 414 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K438 WPF registered?

K438 WPF is a 1993 Rover 414, first registered on 8 January 1993.

Is K438 WPF safe to buy?

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