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R970 MEB

1998 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,151 mi
Last recorded59,151 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 MEB
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2011 59,151 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

coolant was low

front indicator bulbs pale

nearside front tyre limit

offside front tyre 2mm inner edge

Fail 9 Jun 2011 59,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

coolant was low

front indicator bulbs pale

nearside front tyre limit

offside front tyre 2mm inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2010 53,115 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front indicator bulbs pale

nearside front tyre 2mm outer edge

nearside rear tyre limit

Fail 28 May 2010 53,110 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front indicator bulbs pale

nearside front tyre 2mm outer edge

nearside rear tyre limit

Pass 4 Jun 2009 47,474 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 47,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 15 May 2008 42,269 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 37,764 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 37,364 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 35,977 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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R970 MEB is a 1998 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R970 MEB, 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 R970 MEB registered?

R970 MEB is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R970 MEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 MEB shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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