MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,470 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R971 GKX is a 1997 Rover 420 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 100,306 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 R971 GKX, 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 29 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R971 GKX?
You can check the full history of R971 GKX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R971 GKX registered?
R971 GKX is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 28 August 1997.
Is R971 GKX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R971 GKX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R971 GKX have outstanding finance?
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