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S407 THL

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,750 mi
Last recorded58,750 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS407 THL
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 58,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 58,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 49,904 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 49,904 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch/outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch/outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 48,425 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 45,576 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 36,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 31,225 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 30,068 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 28,854 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 27,654 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 26,641 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 25,391 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 24,400 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 23,504 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2005 22,620 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

oil leak

radiator corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2005 22,620 miles

oil leak

radiator corroded

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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S407 THL is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 71,596 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 S407 THL, 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 28 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S407 THL registered?

S407 THL is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S407 THL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S407 THL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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