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R994 NOJ

1998 Rover 420

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,743 mi
Last recorded89,743 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR994 NOJ
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 89,743 miles

Oil leak ()

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front fog light not working

Nearside beam image poor

Pass 12 Jul 2016 86,418 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 83,116 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

the battery is a little insecure

Fail 20 Jul 2015 83,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

the battery is a little insecure

Pass 11 Jul 2014 79,128 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 79,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 75,574 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 75,573 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 71,002 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 71,000 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 66,172 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 61,778 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

coolant radiator in poor condition (corroded)

Pass 14 May 2009 58,295 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 58,282 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 56,039 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 51,517 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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R994 NOJ is a 1998 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 99,006 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 R994 NOJ, 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 28 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R994 NOJ registered?

R994 NOJ is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R994 NOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R994 NOJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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