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R329 CGT

1998 Rover 414

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,655 mi
Last recorded27,655 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR329 CGT
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 27,655 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

engine damp with oil

exhaust system surface corrosion

power steering pump damp

Pass 8 Dec 2017 27,275 miles

engine damp with oil

Pass 8 Dec 2016 25,848 miles

engine damp with oil

exhaust system surface corrosion

power steering pump damp

Pass 8 Dec 2015 25,180 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system surface corrosion

power steering pump damp

Pass 9 Dec 2014 24,556 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system surface corrosion

power steering pump damp

Pass 12 Dec 2013 23,547 miles

exhaust system surface corrosion

power steering pump damp

Fail 12 Dec 2013 23,547 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust system surface corrosion

power steering pump damp

Pass 17 Dec 2012 22,594 miles

power steering pump damp

Pass 15 Dec 2011 21,482 miles

power steering pump and pipe damp

radiator surface corrosion

Fail 15 Dec 2011 21,482 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

power steering pump and pipe damp

radiator surface corrosion

Pass 10 Dec 2010 20,494 miles

power steering pump damp

radiator surface corrosion

Pass 17 Dec 2009 19,431 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,195 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 4 Jan 2008 16,973 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 15,677 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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R329 CGT is a 1998 Rover 414 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R329 CGT, 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

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What year was R329 CGT registered?

R329 CGT is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R329 CGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R329 CGT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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