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S878 HBN

1998 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

41,180 mi
Last recorded41,180 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS878 HBN
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 41,180 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 41,180 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2019 40,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 39,363 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 39,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 38,008 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 36,725 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 36,725 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 35,784 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 35,784 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 34,301 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 34,301 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 32,689 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 32,689 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 30,609 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 30,609 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 28,621 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 26,902 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 25,357 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 23,141 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 21,094 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 18,830 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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S878 HBN is a 1998 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 S878 HBN, 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

How do I check the history of S878 HBN?

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What year was S878 HBN registered?

S878 HBN is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S878 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S878 HBN shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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