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V288 HKX

1999 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

94,156 mi
Last recorded94,156 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV288 HKX
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 94,156 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 94,156 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 91,677 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 87,196 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 87,196 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 May 2013 83,209 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 83,209 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 83,006 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 82,587 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 82,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 81,760 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 81,760 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 80,501 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 80,501 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 77,720 miles

offside and nearside rear swinging arm bushes perished and split

Fail 12 Jun 2008 77,720 miles

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

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

offside and nearside rear swinging arm bushes perished and split

offside washer jet leaking and only a small amount of water hits the windscreen

Pass 14 Jun 2007 71,975 miles

front number plate damaged

n/s headlamp pattern weak

n/s rear suspension voided bush starting to split

Pass 2 Jun 2006 66,763 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner edge bald but no cord showing

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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V288 HKX is a 1999 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 V288 HKX, 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 V288 HKX?

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What year was V288 HKX registered?

V288 HKX is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 22 September 1999.

Is V288 HKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V288 HKX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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