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S265 BCE

1999 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,133 mi
Last recorded116,133 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS265 BCE
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 116,133 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leak on engine and box

Pass 31 Jan 2013 111,724 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2013 111,724 miles

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2012 108,812 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2011 102,239 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 92,512 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 83,772 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 83,772 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 74,413 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 65,792 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 56,999 miles

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

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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S265 BCE is a 1999 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 68,468 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 S265 BCE, 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 27 years old, this Rover 414 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S265 BCE registered?

S265 BCE is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 4 February 1999.

Is S265 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S265 BCE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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