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N194 EKK

1996 Rover 420

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,443 mi
Last recorded134,443 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Rover 42099,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN194 EKK
MakeRover
Model420
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 134,443 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 123,580 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 113,197 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 113,497 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 103,909 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 98,038 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 88,936 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 88,936 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Fail 9 Dec 2006 88,704 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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N194 EKK is a 1996 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 99,613 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 N194 EKK, 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 30 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 N194 EKK registered?

N194 EKK is a 1996 Rover 420, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N194 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N194 EKK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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