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S608 UHJ

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,071 mi
Last recorded45,071 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS608 UHJ
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 45,071 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 40,269 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 40,040 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 39,726 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 38,983 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 38,108 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 37,364 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 36,392 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 36,390 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s rear brake binding close to limit

Pass 24 Jul 2008 35,337 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 34,354 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 33,402 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 33,402 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 32,042 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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S608 UHJ is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S608 UHJ, 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

How do I check the history of S608 UHJ?

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What year was S608 UHJ registered?

S608 UHJ is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S608 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S608 UHJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S608 UHJ have outstanding finance?

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