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R204 MOJ

1998 Rover 420

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,351 mi
Last recorded46,351 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 MOJ
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2007 46,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear control arm bushes split slightly.

exhaust system rusting up in places.

front tyres on 2mm tread.

Pass 16 Oct 2007 46,351 miles

both rear control arm bushes split slightly.

exhaust system rusting up in places.

front tyres on 2mm tread.

Pass 9 Oct 2006 40,199 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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R204 MOJ is a 1998 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R204 MOJ, 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 R204 MOJ?

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What year was R204 MOJ registered?

R204 MOJ is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R204 MOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 MOJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R204 MOJ have outstanding finance?

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