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R420 CGP

1998 Rover 114

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,886 mi
Last recorded40,886 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Rover 11444,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR420 CGP
MakeRover
Model114
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 40,886 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 39,912 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 39,691 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 37,946 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 37,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 37,017 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 36,831 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 36,706 miles

Wiper blades smearing screen

Pass 12 Jan 2013 36,424 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 36,100 miles

Front Gas suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 35,536 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 34,993 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 34,993 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 34,003 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 33,084 miles

Front Fluid suspension accumulator partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 31,950 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 28,865 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 114?

Based on 112,346 MOT tests across 22,170 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,640
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
22,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,635
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,015
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,258
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,160
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,111
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R420 CGP is a 1998 Rover 114 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Rover 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 44,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 114 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,635 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R420 CGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R420 CGP registered?

R420 CGP is a 1998 Rover 114, first registered on 3 January 1998.

Is R420 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R420 CGP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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