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P753 DOD

1997 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,952 mi
Last recorded42,952 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover 41478,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP753 DOD
MakeRover
Model414
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 42,952 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 42,129 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 41,047 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 40,070 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2009 39,363 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2008 38,096 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2007 36,630 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 36,630 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2006 35,133 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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P753 DOD is a 1997 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 78,572 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 P753 DOD, 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 29 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P753 DOD?

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What year was P753 DOD registered?

P753 DOD is a 1997 Rover 414, first registered on 31 May 1997.

Is P753 DOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P753 DOD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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