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V279 YDO

1999 Rover 414

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,772 mi
Last recorded122,772 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV279 YDO
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 122,772 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 12 Jun 2015 120,607 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 28 May 2014 117,447 miles

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

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

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 28 May 2013 114,624 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 24 May 2012 102,234 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 23 May 2011 90,959 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 90,959 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 82,253 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 71,334 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 65,849 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 57,540 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 55,409 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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V279 YDO is a 1999 Rover 414 in Silver 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 V279 YDO, 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 V279 YDO?

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What year was V279 YDO registered?

V279 YDO is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V279 YDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V279 YDO 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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