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M485 RUX

1995 Rover 414

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

86,664 mi
Last recorded86,664 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2014
Typical for 1995 Rover 41483,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM485 RUX
MakeRover
Model414
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2014 86,664 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 86,664 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 83,668 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 83,668 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 80,370 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 80,370 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 78,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 78,227 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2010 74,818 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 74,818 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 71,454 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 71,454 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 69,890 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 66,783 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 66,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 1 Jul 2006 62,288 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 62,288 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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M485 RUX is a 1995 Rover 414 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 M485 RUX, 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 M485 RUX registered?

M485 RUX is a 1995 Rover 414, first registered on 20 June 1995.

Is M485 RUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M485 RUX shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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