MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
156,155 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Emissions not tested (7.0)
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
brake fluid getting low
front brake pads getting low
Front and rear indicators starting to emmit white light.
Front and rear no plate starting to crack
Nearside front outer cv boot starting to split.
Offside rear tyre wearing on outer shoulder.
Rear silencer pipe starting to corrode.
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R176 FNV is a 1998 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R176 FNV, 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 R176 FNV?
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What year was R176 FNV registered?
R176 FNV is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 25 February 1998.
Is R176 FNV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R176 FNV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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