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S422 VNG

1998 Rover 420

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,212 mi
Last recorded56,212 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS422 VNG
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2012 56,212 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2012 56,144 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2011 51,695 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2011 51,356 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2010 45,651 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 42,798 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 40,039 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 37,608 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,804 miles

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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S422 VNG is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 S422 VNG, 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 S422 VNG?

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What year was S422 VNG registered?

S422 VNG is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 28 September 1998.

Is S422 VNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S422 VNG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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