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S971 CWW

1998 Rover 420

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,967 mi
Last recorded28,967 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS971 CWW
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2023 28,967 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Wheel Arch to End of Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Wheel Arch to End of Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 28,880 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 28,706 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 28,534 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 28,436 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 28,357 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 28,076 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 28,000 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 27,827 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 27,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 26,319 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 25,822 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 25,114 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 24,041 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 22,855 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 21,549 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 19,873 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 18,331 miles

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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S971 CWW is a 1998 Rover 420 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S971 CWW, 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 S971 CWW registered?

S971 CWW is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S971 CWW safe to buy?

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