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S129 ROC

1999 Rover 420

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,829 mi
Last recorded60,829 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 42092,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS129 ROC
MakeRover
Model420
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 60,829 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 55,489 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 50,640 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 46,531 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 42,909 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 39,550 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 36,554 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 33,577 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 30,382 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 24,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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S129 ROC is a 1999 Rover 420 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S129 ROC, 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 S129 ROC?

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What year was S129 ROC registered?

S129 ROC is a 1999 Rover 420, first registered on 21 January 1999.

Is S129 ROC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S129 ROC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S129 ROC have outstanding finance?

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