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M470 XBG

1994 Rover 420

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,309 mi
Last recorded58,309 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 1994 Rover 42096,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM470 XBG
MakeRover
Model420
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 58,309 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 30 May 2014 56,043 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 56,043 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 53,284 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 50,002 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

near side rear tyre low inflation,have reinflated.

Pass 25 May 2011 47,589 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 45,328 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 43,686 miles

Advise nails to both rear tyres.Advise offside rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 29 May 2008 41,023 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2007 39,126 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 37,010 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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M470 XBG is a 1994 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 96,179 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 M470 XBG, 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 32 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 M470 XBG?

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What year was M470 XBG registered?

M470 XBG is a 1994 Rover 420, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is M470 XBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M470 XBG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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