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K451 BRW

1993 Rover 420

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,103 mi
Last recorded75,103 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 1993 Rover 42099,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK451 BRW
MakeRover
Model420
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 75,103 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 74,436 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 74,436 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 73,656 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 72,944 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 72,443 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 21,500 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 70,998 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 70,443 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 69,892 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 69,369 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 68,864 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 68,315 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 67,950 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 67,644 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 67,387 miles

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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K451 BRW is a 1993 Rover 420 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1993 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 99,701 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 K451 BRW, 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 33 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 K451 BRW?

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What year was K451 BRW registered?

K451 BRW is a 1993 Rover 420, first registered on 6 April 1993.

Is K451 BRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K451 BRW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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