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V242 KOL

1999 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,809 mi
Last recorded101,809 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV242 KOL
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 101,809 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 101,809 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 93,305 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 79,077 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 70,634 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 70,634 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 69,210 miles

exhaust front section corroded and blowing

Pass 26 Oct 2010 65,363 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 59,986 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 54,818 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 50,322 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 44,565 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 44,565 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 38,812 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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V242 KOL is a 1999 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V242 KOL, 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 V242 KOL?

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What year was V242 KOL registered?

V242 KOL is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V242 KOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V242 KOL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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