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S694 TNP

1998 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,730 mi
Last recorded120,730 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS694 TNP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2013 120,730 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 114,717 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 108,441 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 102,223 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 94,473 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 87,289 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 82,092 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 76,531 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)

engine oil leak possible turbo

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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S694 TNP is a 1998 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 S694 TNP, 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 S694 TNP?

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What year was S694 TNP registered?

S694 TNP is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S694 TNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S694 TNP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S694 TNP have outstanding finance?

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