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R307 TKL

1997 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,823 mi
Last recorded101,823 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Rover 41478,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR307 TKL
MakeRover
Model414
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2011 101,823 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 98,075 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 94,679 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 90,661 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 86,676 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 82,657 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 74,162 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

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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R307 TKL is a 1997 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R307 TKL, 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 R307 TKL?

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What year was R307 TKL registered?

R307 TKL is a 1997 Rover 414, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R307 TKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R307 TKL shows 7 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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