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P161 GCF

1997 Rover 420

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

98,146 mi
Last recorded98,146 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Rover 420100,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP161 GCF
MakeRover
Model420
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 98,146 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Offside Rear wheel bearing noisey

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 90,989 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 90,963 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 86,116 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Apr 2018 86,110 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Mar 2018 86,092 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing noisey

Oil leak engine ()

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 83,557 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 82,776 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 82,776 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 80,765 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 79,978 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front outer cv boot perrishing

Pass 11 Feb 2013 77,558 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 75,724 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 72,703 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 70,350 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 70,350 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 67,648 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 64,876 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 64,876 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 61,938 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 61,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 56,922 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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P161 GCF is a 1997 Rover 420 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1997 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 100,306 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 P161 GCF, 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 29 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 P161 GCF registered?

P161 GCF is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P161 GCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P161 GCF shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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