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P838 MKM

1997 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,231 mi
Last recorded81,231 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Rover 41478,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 MKM
MakeRover
Model414
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 81,231 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 81,231 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 75,288 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 75,288 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 70,242 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 68,682 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 67,449 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 66,476 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 65,218 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 64,051 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 62,585 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 61,742 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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P838 MKM is a 1997 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P838 MKM, 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 P838 MKM?

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What year was P838 MKM registered?

P838 MKM is a 1997 Rover 414, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P838 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P838 MKM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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