MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
147,487 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
How Reliable is the Rover 416?
Based on 648,418 MOT tests across 110,608 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H489 DWS is a 1971 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 84,440 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Rover 416 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,498 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H489 DWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 416 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 55 years old, this Rover 416 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of H489 DWS?
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What year was H489 DWS registered?
H489 DWS is a 1971 Rover 416, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is H489 DWS safe to buy?
The MOT history for H489 DWS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does H489 DWS have outstanding finance?
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