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V547 DSS

1999 Rover 414

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,421 mi
Last recorded125,421 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV547 DSS
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 125,421 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

sump corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2015 125,406 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

sump corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2014 123,094 miles

Oil leak

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 123,094 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2012 116,565 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 109,829 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 103,439 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 96,366 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 81,326 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 69,150 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 57,348 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 45,129 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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V547 DSS is a 1999 Rover 414 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V547 DSS, 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

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What year was V547 DSS registered?

V547 DSS is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 13 December 1999.

Is V547 DSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V547 DSS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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