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V271 FDX

1999 Rover 414

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

94,492 mi
Last recorded94,492 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV271 FDX
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 94,492 miles

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

Fail 18 Aug 2017 94,366 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 85,207 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 85,207 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 79,614 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

Fail 11 Aug 2015 79,614 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear tyre worn on edges & cracking

oil filter corroded & leaking.

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

Pass 13 Aug 2014 74,365 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 68,983 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 68,977 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

suspect tracking requires adjustment.

Pass 28 Aug 2012 63,885 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre.

Fail 21 Aug 2012 63,756 miles

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

nail in nearside rear tyre.

Pass 16 Aug 2011 57,712 miles

plastic sill covers fitted making examination impossible.

Fail 15 Aug 2011 57,712 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

plastic sill covers fitted making examination impossible.

Pass 2 Sep 2010 52,029 miles

nearside front & offside rear tyre treads getting low

nearside rear seat belt buckle jammed.

Fail 31 Aug 2010 52,029 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 44,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 44,513 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 39,910 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 39,910 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 16 Aug 2007 35,466 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 35,466 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 31,555 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2006 31,555 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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V271 FDX is a 1999 Rover 414 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

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 V271 FDX, 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.

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What year was V271 FDX registered?

V271 FDX is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V271 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V271 FDX shows 23 tests with a 52.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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