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T174 WPB

1999 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,360 mi
Last recorded117,360 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT174 WPB
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 117,360 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 108,189 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 96,856 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s n/s rear arm bushes signs of wear

Pass 29 Oct 2010 85,227 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres worn on outer edges.outer sill and under engine plastic covers fitted.

Pass 29 Oct 2009 75,327 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 75,327 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 65,178 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 65,169 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 59,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2006 52,561 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 47,583 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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T174 WPB is a 1999 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 T174 WPB, 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 T174 WPB registered?

T174 WPB is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 3 August 1999.

Is T174 WPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T174 WPB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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