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R479 TNN

1997 Rover 400

Green Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,950 mi
Last recorded128,950 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2005
Typical for 1997 Rover 40077,959 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR479 TNN
MakeRover
Model400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2005 128,950 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 400?

Based on 1,554 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
5,605
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
constant velocity joint gaiter split 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 68
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R479 TNN is a 1997 Rover 400 in Green with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 77,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R479 TNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R479 TNN registered?

R479 TNN is a 1997 Rover 400, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R479 TNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R479 TNN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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