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T598 STA

1999 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,047 mi
Last recorded64,047 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT598 STA
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 64,047 miles

N/s/r swinging arm bush slightly torn.

Fail 30 Jun 2015 64,040 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

N/s/r swinging arm bush slightly torn.

Pass 26 Jun 2014 63,045 miles

advise rear swinging arm bushes perrished

Fail 24 Jun 2014 63,044 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

advise rear swinging arm bushes perrished

Pass 28 May 2013 61,193 miles

Slight wear front disc.

Fail 28 May 2013 61,193 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Slight wear front disc.

Pass 29 May 2012 58,650 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 58,650 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 May 2011 55,611 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 53,641 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2009 51,277 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 May 2009 51,277 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 47,651 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 43,030 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 37,669 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 414?

Based on 376,618 MOT tests across 66,719 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
4,719
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
66,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,491
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,763
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 14,180
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,305
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T598 STA is a 1999 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 68,468 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 414 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T598 STA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 414 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 414 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T598 STA?

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What year was T598 STA registered?

T598 STA is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 27 May 1999.

Is T598 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T598 STA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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