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V204 FBC

1999 Rover 414

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,613 mi
Last recorded79,613 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV204 FBC
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 79,613 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear wheel binding

Pass 19 Nov 2015 79,149 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 78,195 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 78,195 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 74,566 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 70,670 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 66,802 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 62,611 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 58,580 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 55,312 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 49,531 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 44,026 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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V204 FBC is a 1999 Rover 414 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V204 FBC, 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 V204 FBC?

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What year was V204 FBC registered?

V204 FBC is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V204 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V204 FBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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