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R623 HBA

1997 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,927 mi
Last recorded59,927 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Rover 41478,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR623 HBA
MakeRover
Model414
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 59,927 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 59,927 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2010 57,329 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 54,382 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2008 46,148 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 38,502 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2006 33,914 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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R623 HBA is a 1997 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 78,572 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 R623 HBA, 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 29 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 R623 HBA registered?

R623 HBA is a 1997 Rover 414, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R623 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R623 HBA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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