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R834 DKX

1998 Rover 400

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,416 mi
Last recorded81,416 miles
Recorded on26 May 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 40076,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR834 DKX
MakeRover
Model400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 May 2007 81,416 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 78,163 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 400?

Based on 1,554 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
5,605
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
constant velocity joint gaiter split 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 68
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R834 DKX is a 1998 Rover 400 in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 76,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R834 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R834 DKX registered?

R834 DKX is a 1998 Rover 400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R834 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R834 DKX shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R834 DKX have outstanding finance?

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