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V504 FFR

1999 Rover 420

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,811 mi
Last recorded101,811 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV504 FFR
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 101,811 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 97,462 miles

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

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Nov 2017 97,462 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 91,992 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 86,409 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2015 86,409 miles

Nearside 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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 81,681 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 75,548 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 75,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 70,912 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 70,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 66,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 62,390 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 57,714 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 57,713 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2008
Pass 14 Sep 2007 46,796 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 39,074 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 32,858 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Sep 2005 32,858 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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V504 FFR is a 1999 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 V504 FFR, 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 V504 FFR registered?

V504 FFR is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V504 FFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V504 FFR shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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