MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
180,853 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
rear number plate starting to deterorate
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R982 AEV is a 1997 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R982 AEV, 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 R982 AEV?
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What year was R982 AEV registered?
R982 AEV is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 11 September 1997.
Is R982 AEV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R982 AEV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R982 AEV have outstanding finance?
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