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V721 FCB

1999 Rover 414

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,489 mi
Last recorded62,489 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV721 FCB
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 62,489 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

accident damage to n/s/r wheel arch and o/s/f headlight/wing area.

cracks in tread n/s/r tyre.

engine/power steering oil leak.

n/s door mirror cracked.

o/s door mirror plastic cover loose glass ok.

observation only - plastic sill covers and partial front wheel arch covers fitted at time of test.

Fail 24 Jul 2013 62,489 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

accident damage to n/s/r wheel arch and o/s/f headlight/wing area.

cracks in tread n/s/r tyre.

engine/power steering oil leak.

n/s door mirror cracked.

o/s door mirror plastic cover loose glass ok.

observation only - plastic sill covers and partial front wheel arch covers fitted at time of test.

Pass 28 Jul 2012 45,393 miles

Drivers door mirror glass damaged

Drivers side rear wheel bearing noisey, just meeting MOT standards

Engine coolant level low

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Wipers smearing slightly

Fail 28 Jul 2012 45,393 miles

Drivers door mirror glass damaged

Drivers side rear wheel bearing noisey, just meeting MOT standards

Engine coolant level low

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,731 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 41,731 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 37,567 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 33,109 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 27,069 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 22,930 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,395 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 15,645 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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V721 FCB is a 1999 Rover 414 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V721 FCB, 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.

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What year was V721 FCB registered?

V721 FCB is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 17 September 1999.

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