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S684 SRD

1998 Rover 420

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,964 mi
Last recorded147,964 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS684 SRD
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2015 147,964 miles

Front Lights misty

Pass 7 Nov 2014 134,619 miles

both front anti roll bar link bushes perished

both lower rear wheel arches corroded

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f outer cv gaiter perished

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 5 Nov 2013 121,248 miles

front anti roll bar link bushes perished

o/s/f outer cv gaiter slightly perished

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 14 Jan 2013 111,941 miles

o/s/f outer cv gaiter perished

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 20 Dec 2011 101,073 miles

Oil leak

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 11 Jan 2011 91,191 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 81,198 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 75,150 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 70,256 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 64,181 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 57,977 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing close to limit.

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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S684 SRD is a 1998 Rover 420 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S684 SRD, 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 S684 SRD?

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What year was S684 SRD registered?

S684 SRD is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S684 SRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S684 SRD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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