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T253 UEW

1999 Rover 420

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,698 mi
Last recorded76,698 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2007
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT253 UEW
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2007 76,698 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 76,645 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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T253 UEW is a 1999 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 T253 UEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T253 UEW?

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What year was T253 UEW registered?

T253 UEW is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is T253 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T253 UEW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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