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N264 BKP

1996 Rover 420

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

100,494 mi
Last recorded100,494 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Rover 42099,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN264 BKP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 100,494 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 100,494 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 95,617 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 95,617 miles

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

Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush O/S AND N/S (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 87,541 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 87,541 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 81,694 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 81,694 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 76,640 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 71,261 miles

screw in n/s rear tyre ? not leaking air.

Fail 27 Apr 2010 67,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 67,157 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2009 60,741 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 57,006 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 49,973 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 40,145 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 40,145 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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N264 BKP is a 1996 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 N264 BKP, 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 N264 BKP registered?

N264 BKP is a 1996 Rover 420, first registered on 19 February 1996.

Is N264 BKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N264 BKP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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