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N229 XNV

1996 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,635 mi
Last recorded57,635 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Rover 41482,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 XNV
MakeRover
Model414
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 57,635 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 57,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 55,513 miles

o/s/f c/v boot perishing n/s/f c/v boot perishing n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2015 55,513 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre badly worn outer edge

Pass 29 Apr 2014 53,271 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 53,271 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 52,124 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 50,522 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 50,522 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 48,380 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 45,851 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Pass 23 Apr 2009 43,437 miles

both front anti roll bar links worn

Pass 25 Apr 2008 41,338 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 37,521 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 26 Apr 2006 33,321 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres close to limit

Pass 4 May 2005 29,547 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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N229 XNV is a 1996 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 82,179 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N229 XNV, 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 30 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 N229 XNV registered?

N229 XNV is a 1996 Rover 414, first registered on 17 April 1996.

Is N229 XNV safe to buy?

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