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S652 KSP

1998 Rover 420

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,463 mi
Last recorded113,463 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS652 KSP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 113,463 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 108,197 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2016 108,196 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 104,000 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 99,094 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 94,243 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 91,153 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 88,122 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 85,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 85,077 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 82,539 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak

Surface corrosion to O/S/F floor

Pass 21 Nov 2008 79,021 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2007 75,983 miles

Battery insecure

Offside front ABS braket close to spring (with suspension hanging)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2006 69,036 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 69,036 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

off side rear road wheel has h rated tyre fitted as apposed to t rated on other road wheels

Pass 1 Nov 2005 65,602 miles

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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S652 KSP is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S652 KSP, 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

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What year was S652 KSP registered?

S652 KSP is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S652 KSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S652 KSP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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