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S407 WPP

1999 Rover 420

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,500 mi
Last recorded81,500 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS407 WPP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2012 81,500 miles

both front tyres tread low

exhaust corroded not blowing

Pass 22 Jul 2011 74,045 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Jul 2010 70,914 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 61,357 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 61,357 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 56,299 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 51,234 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 46,060 miles

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

o/s/f cv joint reluctor ring broken

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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S407 WPP is a 1999 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S407 WPP, 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 S407 WPP?

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What year was S407 WPP registered?

S407 WPP is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 15 February 1999.

Is S407 WPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S407 WPP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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