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R68 LOK

1997 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,453 mi
Last recorded90,453 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Rover 41478,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 LOK
MakeRover
Model414
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2016 90,453 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 82,985 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 81,002 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 75,353 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,543 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 63,836 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 58,126 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 2 Oct 2009 52,486 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 45,997 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 39,849 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 33,845 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005

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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R68 LOK is a 1997 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R68 LOK, 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 R68 LOK registered?

R68 LOK is a 1997 Rover 414, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R68 LOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R68 LOK shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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