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M129 POB

1995 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

164,172 mi
Last recorded164,172 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 1995 Rover 41483,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM129 POB
MakeRover
Model414
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2012 164,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 145,201 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 3 Oct 2011 145,201 miles

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Sep 2010 139,060 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 135,153 miles

wiper arms insecure

Fail 2 Oct 2009 135,135 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

wiper arms insecure

Pass 8 Oct 2008 131,124 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 131,124 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 126,604 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 122,281 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 116,454 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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M129 POB is a 1995 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1995 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 83,156 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M129 POB, 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 31 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M129 POB registered?

M129 POB is a 1995 Rover 414, first registered on 14 March 1995.

Is M129 POB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M129 POB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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