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R509 EDL

1998 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

61,144 mi
Last recorded61,144 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 EDL
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2014 61,144 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 56,736 miles

Both rear arm bushes slightly worn

Early corrosion to both front floors

Front brake pads getting low

N/S Outer c/v gaitor perrished

Slight dampness around power steering resivour

Water leak

slight engine oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2012 54,887 miles

Both rear radius arm bushes worn

N/S front tyre tread low

O/S front shocker damp

Fail 5 Mar 2012 54,887 miles

Both rear radius arm bushes worn

N/S front tyre tread low

O/S front shocker damp

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 51,287 miles

Both rear radius arm bushes slightly worn

N/S Front tyre wearing on inner edge

O/S Front shocker damp

Slight hand brake travel

Pass 26 Feb 2010 48,706 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 48,706 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 46,467 miles

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

slight bind on n/s/rear wheel.

Fail 4 Mar 2008 44,391 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 44,391 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 42,300 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 42,300 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Possible slight P.A.S fluid leak from pump or hose

Pass 2 Mar 2006 40,469 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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R509 EDL is a 1998 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R509 EDL, 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 R509 EDL registered?

R509 EDL is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R509 EDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 EDL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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