MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,540 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak
front numberplate cracked
rear numberplate de laminating
Oil leak
corrosion on o/s/f + o/s/r wheel arches
rear anti roll bar bushes worn
rear trailing arm bushes splitting
corrosion holes in o/s/f + o/s/r wheel arches
rear trailing arm bushes cracking
rear lamp unit 0/s cracked †rear bumper o/s cracked †both rear trailing arm bushes perishing †corrosion to o/s/f and o/s/r wheel arch
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L197 HMS is a 1993 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 L197 HMS, 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 L197 HMS?
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What year was L197 HMS registered?
L197 HMS is a 1993 Rover 420, first registered on 10 November 1993.
Is L197 HMS safe to buy?
The MOT history for L197 HMS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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