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S946 SVG

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,734 mi
Last recorded44,734 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS946 SVG
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2014 44,734 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 43,524 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 42,242 miles

nearside front wiper smearing slightly

slight binde to nearside front brake

Pass 16 Jul 2011 41,028 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear brake slightly sticks on

Pass 20 Jul 2010 39,702 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 39,699 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2009 38,141 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2009 38,141 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 36,348 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 34,552 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 34,552 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2006 32,414 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 32,414 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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S946 SVG is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S946 SVG, 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 S946 SVG registered?

S946 SVG is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S946 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S946 SVG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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