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M254 OOG

1995 Rover 420

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,833 mi
Last recorded97,833 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover 42097,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM254 OOG
MakeRover
Model420
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 97,833 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front macpherson strut has play

Nearside Rear sil corroded

Offside Rear sil corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under body heavley undersealed

Pass 19 Dec 2023 96,817 miles

n/s/f macpherson strut has play

vehicle under body corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2022 94,311 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

parking brake needs adjustment or repair

vehicle under body heavily undersealed

Pass 14 May 2020 92,714 miles

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

sills corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2017 88,617 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2015 84,126 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 83,266 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 81,376 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 81,376 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 76,934 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 72,321 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 68,242 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 63,421 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 58,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 54,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 51,284 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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M254 OOG is a 1995 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 1995 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 97,524 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 M254 OOG, 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 31 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M254 OOG registered?

M254 OOG is a 1995 Rover 420, first registered on 24 February 1995.

Is M254 OOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M254 OOG 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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