MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,761 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST
NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER
(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering rack to track rod ball joint/bearing is worn
(2.3.1b)The power steering system has a slight seepage of fluid from a compoent
(2c)Presence of engine oil indicating a slight leak
(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn
(3.7.10)The parking brake efficiency is close to the legal minimum recorded limit at 17%,it appears the brakes are ready for service
(3.7.2a)The offside front service brake has a slight bind present
(3.7.2d)The front service brakes imbalance during their application are at 20%,it appears the brakes are ready for service
(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre sectional width is worn down to 2.65mm
(4.2A.1)The offside front wheel rim is slightly distorted
(8.3.1d)Damage present within the swept area of the windscreen less than 40mm
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS
SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection
if continued use on the public roads is to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the items repaired as soon as possible.
(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering rack to track rod ball joint/bearing is worn
(2.3.1b)The power steering system has a slight seepage of fluid from a compoent
(2c)Presence of engine oil indicating a slight leak
(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn
(3.7.10)The parking brake efficiency is close to the legal minimum recorded limit at 17%,it appears the brakes are ready for service
(3.7.2a)The offside front service brake has a slight bind present
(3.7.2d)The front service brakes imbalance during their application are at 20%,it appears the brakes are ready for service
(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre sectional width is worn down to 2.65mm
(4.2A.1)The offside front wheel rim is slightly distorted
(8.3.1d)Damage present within the swept area of the windscreen less than 40mm
INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST
NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS
SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection
if continued use on the public roads is to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the items repaired as soon as possible.
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
n/s/f wiper blade worn
slight front screen damage
Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
n/s/f wiper blade worn
slight front screen damage
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
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R468 RER is a 1998 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R468 RER, 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.
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R468 RER is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 22 June 1998.
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