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S795 FKP

1998 Rover 420

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

209,932 mi
Last recorded209,932 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS795 FKP
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2009 209,932 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 209,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

sills covered(unable to asses corrosion).minor screen damage.arches rusting.oil leaks.brake pipes at rear rusting.

Fail 24 Jun 2008 205,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

windscreen damage, brake pipes at rear rusting and tail pipe rusting( both require attention soon) o/s/f tyre worn on edge, rear arches rusting, sills covered.

Pass 24 Jun 2008 205,134 miles

windscreen damage, brake pipes at rear rusting and tail pipe rusting( both require attention soon) o/s/f tyre worn on edge, rear arches rusting, sills covered.

Pass 29 Jun 2007 199,746 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 199 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

rather smokey,rear susop bushes worn to acc limit.

Pass 21 Jun 2006 194,767 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 194,767 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

underfloor brake pipes rusted (attn req soon).rear susp bushes worn .

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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S795 FKP is a 1998 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S795 FKP, 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 S795 FKP registered?

S795 FKP is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S795 FKP safe to buy?

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