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R244 LLJ

1997 Rover 414

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,259 mi
Last recorded51,259 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover 41478,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR244 LLJ
MakeRover
Model414
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 51,259 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 50,436 miles

Offside Rear wheel arch is a little rusty

both headlamp beam patterns are poor

Pass 15 Jun 2021 49,376 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 48,564 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 47,497 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 46,192 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 45,740 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 43,449 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 41,853 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 40,593 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 39,394 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 38,288 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,877 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 35,596 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 72,562 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside front fog light broken

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 8 Jul 2009 72,562 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside front fog light broken

Slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 7 Jul 2009 33,986 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 32,181 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,627 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 28,862 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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R244 LLJ is a 1997 Rover 414 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 78,572 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 R244 LLJ, 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 29 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R244 LLJ?

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What year was R244 LLJ registered?

R244 LLJ is a 1997 Rover 414, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R244 LLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R244 LLJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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