MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
132,776 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery insecure
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
hand brake high
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Battery insecure
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
hand brake high
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
all tyres worn close to limit
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R425 FDL is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 99,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Rover 420 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 35,342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R425 FDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R425 FDL?
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What year was R425 FDL registered?
R425 FDL is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 27 February 1998.
Is R425 FDL safe to buy?
The MOT history for R425 FDL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R425 FDL have outstanding finance?
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