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S274 ETM

1999 Rover 420

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,259 mi
Last recorded136,259 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2009
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS274 ETM
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2009 136,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 122,088 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 106,567 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 93,358 miles

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

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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S274 ETM is a 1999 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 92,472 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 S274 ETM, 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 27 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 S274 ETM?

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What year was S274 ETM registered?

S274 ETM is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S274 ETM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S274 ETM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S274 ETM have outstanding finance?

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