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R629 GFU

1998 Rover 420

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,203 mi
Last recorded88,203 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 GFU
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2014 88,203 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 88,203 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 84,755 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 84,755 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 79,556 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 76,202 miles

Battery insecure

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

air bag light on

corrosion to both front floor pans

corrosion to both rear inner sill,s

corrosion to both rear outer wheel arches lower

offside rear & nearside front tyre,s have damage to outer sidewall,s

Pass 24 Nov 2010 70,954 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

damp around steering rack

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 23 Nov 2009 67,069 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

power steering pipe across offside front slightly damp

radiator getting weak

surface corrosion to rear inner sills

Pass 14 Nov 2008 61,252 miles

Oil leak

chip in windscreen

slight corrosion nearside front floor

Pass 23 Nov 2007 54,158 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both headlamp beam patterns poor

chip in windscreen

Fail 27 Nov 2006 48,728 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chips to screen † †dampness to steering rack and power steering pipes † †both front drive shaft gaiter perished † †dampness to o/s/f shock

Pass 27 Nov 2006 48,728 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chips to screen † †dampness to steering rack and power steering pipes † †both front drive shaft gaiter perished † †dampness to o/s/f shock

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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R629 GFU is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R629 GFU, 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

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What year was R629 GFU registered?

R629 GFU is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R629 GFU safe to buy?

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