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L111 RAH

1997 Rover 420

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,743 mi
Last recorded130,743 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover 420100,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 RAH
MakeRover
Model420
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2007 130,743 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

covers fitted to outer sills

Pass 17 Jun 2006 128,728 miles

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

both front tyres devoid of tread on inner edges

covers fitted to outer sills

f/n/s floor starting to corrode

oil leak

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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L111 RAH is a 1997 Rover 420 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 100,306 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 L111 RAH, 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 29 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L111 RAH registered?

L111 RAH is a 1997 Rover 420, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is L111 RAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 RAH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L111 RAH have outstanding finance?

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