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S802 GVV

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,242 mi
Last recorded92,242 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS802 GVV
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 92,242 miles

cat rattling internally

front reg plate cracked

nearside rear brake efficiency weak on park and service readings

oil leak

radiator corroding

Fail 15 Nov 2012 92,242 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

*** coolant reservoir empty ***

cat rattling internally

front reg plate cracked

nearside rear brake efficiency weak on park and service readings

oil leak

radiator corroding

Pass 15 Nov 2011 88,626 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 88,626 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 84,522 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front head aim pattern slightly out of focus

Fail 18 Nov 2010 84,522 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both front head aim pattern slightly out of focus

Pass 20 Nov 2009 78,519 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

offside rear tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 25 Nov 2008 72,939 miles

Both front tyres wearing low - pressures low, pumped up

Both rear trailing arm bushes starting to deteriorate

Front reg plate cracked

Radiator lower end looks corroded heavily

Tracking possibly recommended

Pass 7 Dec 2007 69,444 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 64,435 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 59,351 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 59,351 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 414?

Based on 376,618 MOT tests across 66,719 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
4,719
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
66,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,491
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,763
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 14,180
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,305
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S802 GVV is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 71,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 414 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S802 GVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 414 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S802 GVV registered?

S802 GVV is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S802 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S802 GVV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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