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S272 SVX

1998 Rover 420

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

211,276 mi
Last recorded211,276 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS272 SVX
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2009 211,276 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 206,499 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 206,277 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Coolant leak

Pass 26 Jul 2007 186,796 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 186,796 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 168,442 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 168,442 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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S272 SVX is a 1998 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S272 SVX, 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

How do I check the history of S272 SVX?

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What year was S272 SVX registered?

S272 SVX is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S272 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S272 SVX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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