MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,186 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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brake pipes covered in grease
handbrake efficiency is 16% only just passed by 1%
handbrake travel high
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
brake pipes covered in grease
handbrake efficiency is 16% only just passed by 1%
handbrake travel high
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P163 GAL is a 1997 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P163 GAL, 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
How do I check the history of P163 GAL?
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What year was P163 GAL registered?
P163 GAL is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 1 March 1997.
Is P163 GAL safe to buy?
The MOT history for P163 GAL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P163 GAL have outstanding finance?
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