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L161 JNM

1994 Rover 414

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,993 mi
Last recorded65,993 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 1994 Rover 41486,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL161 JNM
MakeRover
Model414
Year1994
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 65,993 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 65,993 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 65,437 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

o/s/f bumper bracket loose o/s/f indicator lens cracked

Pass 30 Aug 2012 64,686 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 63,420 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2010 62,396 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 60,924 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 60,921 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 59,838 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 58,339 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 56,233 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 56,233 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 56,139 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 55,544 miles

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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L161 JNM is a 1994 Rover 414 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1994 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 86,236 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 L161 JNM, 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 32 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L161 JNM registered?

L161 JNM is a 1994 Rover 414, first registered on 14 February 1994.

Is L161 JNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L161 JNM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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