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R301 WLD

1998 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,247 mi
Last recorded93,247 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 WLD
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2012 93,247 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 93,247 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 74,900 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 74,900 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2010 60,481 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 60,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 May 2009 45,050 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 34,859 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 33,862 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 32,421 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 30,996 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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R301 WLD is a 1998 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R301 WLD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R301 WLD?

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What year was R301 WLD registered?

R301 WLD is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R301 WLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 WLD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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