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T394 SJL

1999 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,097 mi
Last recorded170,097 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT394 SJL
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 170,097 miles

advise stone chip in windscreen

Fail 1 Aug 2013 170,097 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 162,894 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 155,675 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 155,675 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 145,328 miles

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)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 136,690 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 124,195 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 113,215 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 101,583 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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T394 SJL is a 1999 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T394 SJL, 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

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What year was T394 SJL registered?

T394 SJL is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 29 June 1999.

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