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V994 GCB

1999 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

73,963 mi
Last recorded73,963 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover 41468,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV994 GCB
MakeRover
Model414
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 73,963 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 73,963 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring split (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (3.4.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 67,356 miles

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

Oil Leak

Pass 1 May 2015 65,659 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 65,659 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 63,704 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 63,704 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 62,010 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 62,010 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 60,223 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 57,867 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 57,980 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 51,752 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 51,752 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 48,871 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 48,867 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 44,152 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 41,058 miles

middle and rear sections of exhaust system are very badly corroded strongly advise replacement

n/s front tyre is worn to 3mm

wiper blades are split at the ends advise replacement

Pass 24 Sep 2005 36,786 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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V994 GCB is a 1999 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 V994 GCB, 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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V994 GCB is a 1999 Rover 414, first registered on 21 September 1999.

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