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L243 AKV

1994 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

41,810 mi
Last recorded41,810 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1994 Rover 41486,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL243 AKV
MakeRover
Model414
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 41,810 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 41,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No beam pattern. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sub-frame, (anti-roll bar mounting). (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No beam pattern. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 36,860 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 36,859 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 36,857 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 36,716 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 36,714 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 36,702 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 36,599 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 36,458 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 36,272 miles

removed compass from screen for test

Pass 8 Jul 2009 36,088 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 35,855 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 35,530 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 35,043 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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L243 AKV is a 1994 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 L243 AKV, 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 L243 AKV registered?

L243 AKV is a 1994 Rover 414, first registered on 22 July 1994.

Is L243 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L243 AKV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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