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R143 USJ

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,500 mi
Last recorded86,500 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 USJ
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 86,500 miles

At time of test the offside rear door would not open.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 85,579 miles

AT TIME OF TEST THE OFFSIDE REAR PASSENGERS DOOR COULD NOT BE OPENED BUT IS SECURE

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 84,424 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

it was noted at time of test the drivers rear door cannot be openend .

Fail 29 Jul 2009 84,424 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

it was noted at time of test the drivers rear door cannot be openend .

Fail 8 Aug 2008 82,987 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear drivers side door does not open from inside or out side

Pass 8 Aug 2008 82,987 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear drivers side door does not open from inside or out side

Pass 8 Aug 2007 81,485 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 79,917 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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R143 USJ is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 71,596 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 R143 USJ, 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 28 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R143 USJ registered?

R143 USJ is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R143 USJ safe to buy?

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