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V235 HPU

1999 Rover 414

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,428 mi
Last recorded90,428 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV235 HPU
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 90,428 miles

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

entire exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre has nick in outside wall but not down to cords

offside rear tyre age deterioated

surface rust front of both floorpans

unable to see condition of front brake pads

Pass 11 Aug 2011 82,411 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Underbody corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2010 75,485 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 68,404 miles

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

centre exhaust section corroded

slight engine oil leak

Fail 25 Aug 2009 68,402 miles

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

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

centre exhaust section corroded

slight engine oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2008 63,925 miles

exhaust system corroded

oil leak

rear number plate is marked

Fail 15 Sep 2008 63,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate is marked

exhaust system corroded

oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2007 55,350 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

both the front tyre treads wearing low on the inside edges.

exhaust system is corroded.

Pass 8 Sep 2006 48,392 miles

slight foot brake travel

Pass 26 Sep 2005 40,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front inner cv boot clip is loose

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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V235 HPU is a 1999 Rover 414 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V235 HPU, 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

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What year was V235 HPU registered?

V235 HPU is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V235 HPU safe to buy?

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