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V720 FLE

1999 Rover 414

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

123,248 mi
Last recorded123,248 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2008
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV720 FLE
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2008 123,248 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 123,248 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

throttle stuck during emissions test

wiper deteriorated

Pass 22 Aug 2007 110,572 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 110,572 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 93,338 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 93,338 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear trailing arm pivot bushes are deteriorating - replace before they effect the handling of the car

Pass 17 Aug 2005 73,621 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 73,621 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside 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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V720 FLE is a 1999 Rover 414 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V720 FLE, 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 V720 FLE registered?

V720 FLE is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V720 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V720 FLE shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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