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P257 GPH

1996 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,141 mi
Last recorded94,141 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Rover 42099,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 GPH
MakeRover
Model420
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 94,141 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2010 86,341 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 83,707 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 81,832 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 76,269 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 69,709 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 69,678 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Sep 2005 62,811 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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P257 GPH is a 1996 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P257 GPH, 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

How do I check the history of P257 GPH?

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What year was P257 GPH registered?

P257 GPH is a 1996 Rover 420, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P257 GPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P257 GPH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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