MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,786 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Rear bumper insecure
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
clutch worn
oil leak
throttle sticking
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S797 OEC is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 S797 OEC, 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.
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What year was S797 OEC registered?
S797 OEC is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 22 September 1998.
Is S797 OEC safe to buy?
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