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M261 NVP

1995 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

66,862 mi
Last recorded66,862 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 1995 Rover 41483,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM261 NVP
MakeRover
Model414
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 66,862 miles

both front wheels slightly stiff to turn

front number plate starting to discoulor

o/s/r tyre sidewalls splitting

Pass 7 Jan 2013 66,277 miles

off side wiper blade starting to split

Fail 7 Jan 2013 66,277 miles

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

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

off side wiper blade starting to split

Pass 19 Jan 2012 65,609 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 64,525 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 64,525 miles

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

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 62,851 miles

oil filter leaking

Fail 16 Jan 2010 62,836 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

oil filter leaking

Pass 14 Jan 2009 61,333 miles

n/s rear sill/wheel arch starting to corrode.

Fail 14 Jan 2009 61,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

n/s rear sill/wheel arch starting to corrode.

Pass 18 Jan 2008 59,726 miles

off side front tyre on legal limit

Fail 18 Jan 2008 59,726 miles

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

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)

off side front tyre on legal limit

Pass 24 Jan 2007 58,074 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 56,141 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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M261 NVP is a 1995 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 M261 NVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M261 NVP registered?

M261 NVP is a 1995 Rover 414, first registered on 21 January 1995.

Is M261 NVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M261 NVP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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