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J798 GRP

1991 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

188,526 mi
Last recorded188,526 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2006
Typical for 1991 Rover 41699,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ798 GRP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2006 188,526 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 188,517 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 185,808 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 185,801 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Rover 416?

Based on 648,418 MOT tests across 110,608 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,721
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
110,608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,498
Brake pipe excessively corroded 33,994
constant velocity joint gaiter split 28,072
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 27,904
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22,669
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J798 GRP is a 1991 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 99,750 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 J798 GRP, 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 35 years old, this Rover 416 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J798 GRP registered?

J798 GRP is a 1991 Rover 416, first registered on 1 October 1991.

Is J798 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J798 GRP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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