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R127 VKL

1998 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,810 mi
Last recorded147,810 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR127 VKL
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2008 147,810 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 147,810 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 140,625 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 127,101 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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R127 VKL is a 1998 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 99,006 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 R127 VKL, 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 28 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 R127 VKL registered?

R127 VKL is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R127 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R127 VKL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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