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V956 GNA

1999 Rover 420

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

5,004 mi
Last recorded5,004 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV956 GNA
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 5,004 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 44,940 miles

general rusty condition on underside of vehicle

Fail 24 Jul 2012 44,940 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

general rusty condition on underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Jul 2011 44,246 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 43,524 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 42,092 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 42,092 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 40,833 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 39,167 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 36,519 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 36,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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V956 GNA is a 1999 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V956 GNA, 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

How do I check the history of V956 GNA?

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What year was V956 GNA registered?

V956 GNA is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V956 GNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V956 GNA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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