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V264 HPU

1999 Rover 420

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,289 mi
Last recorded103,289 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV264 HPU
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2013 103,289 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 99,143 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 94,039 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 77,487 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 70,276 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

front discs worn

Pass 29 Nov 2008 63,471 miles

Oil leak

front discs worn

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge 1.6 mm

o/s outer cv boot starting to deteriorate

rear radius arm front bushs o/s and n/s starting to split

Pass 30 Nov 2007 57,631 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front disc pads very close to limit

slight wear n/s/r anti-roll bar link

Pass 14 Aug 2006 49,575 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 49,558 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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V264 HPU is a 1999 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 92,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 420 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 35,342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V264 HPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V264 HPU registered?

V264 HPU is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V264 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V264 HPU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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