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V131 GPO

1999 Rover 414

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,157 mi
Last recorded108,157 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV131 GPO
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 108,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cover sills fitted

Oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2012 108,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cover sills fitted

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2011 101,165 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 101,165 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 89,413 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 89,413 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 77,310 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 77,310 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

water pump leaking

Fail 8 Sep 2008 67,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 67,630 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 56,763 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 56,763 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 47,435 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 47,435 miles

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

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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V131 GPO is a 1999 Rover 414 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V131 GPO, 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 V131 GPO?

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What year was V131 GPO registered?

V131 GPO is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V131 GPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V131 GPO shows 14 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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