MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
136,202 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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 Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
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 Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
dampness to p/steering pipes from reservoir area.
engine oil level low.
engine sheild resricting view.
o/s outer cv boot cracked.
o/s rear tyre nailed x2.pressure low when checked.
rear suspension arm mount bushes splitting from bond.
slight blow to exhaust rear box pipe.
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
How Reliable is the Rover 420?
Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T148 SPA is a 1999 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 1999 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 92,472 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 T148 SPA, 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 27 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was T148 SPA registered?
T148 SPA is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 1 March 1999.
Is T148 SPA safe to buy?
The MOT history for T148 SPA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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