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R153 UVP

1998 Rover 420

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,780 mi
Last recorded113,780 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 UVP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2017 113,780 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 110,231 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 102,145 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 96,369 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 93,861 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 88,176 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 81,549 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 77,427 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/f bottom ball joint gaiter split

Pass 15 Jun 2009 72,457 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 66,853 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 61,132 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 55,050 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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R153 UVP is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R153 UVP, 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

How do I check the history of R153 UVP?

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What year was R153 UVP registered?

R153 UVP is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R153 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R153 UVP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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