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S474 GMA

1999 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,476 mi
Last recorded95,476 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS474 GMA
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 95,476 miles

All steering & suspension components corroded

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody well undersealed

Fail 18 Feb 2025 95,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All steering & suspension components corroded

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody well undersealed

Fail 3 Feb 2025 95,471 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wish bone arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system joint (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached front bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted at time of test (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2024 94,003 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 92,942 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 91,696 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 91,687 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 90,448 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 89,417 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 87,343 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 84,726 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 81,955 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 79,263 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 79,263 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 76,081 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2014 72,389 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 69,261 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 65,071 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 61,272 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 55,023 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 52,012 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 48,873 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 45,628 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 42,034 miles

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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S474 GMA is a 1999 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 68,468 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 S474 GMA, 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 27 years old, this Rover 414 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S474 GMA registered?

S474 GMA is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 30 January 1999.

Is S474 GMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S474 GMA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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