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M389 SNU

1995 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,304 mi
Last recorded91,304 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2009
Typical for 1995 Rover 41685,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM389 SNU
MakeRover
Model416
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2009 91,304 miles

(2) Front brake pads worn close to limit.

(4) Rear metal brake pipes corroded close to limit.

(4) Rear suspension bushes deteriorated slightly.

Both front tyres worn close to limit.

Fail 10 Jul 2009 91,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

(2) Front brake pads worn close to limit.

(3) Nearside front tyre worn close to limit.

(4) Offside rear tyre worn close to limit.

(4) Rear metal brake pipes corroded close to limit.

(4) Rear suspension bushes deteriorated slightly.

Pass 26 Jul 2008 82,160 miles

(8) Both rear tyres worn close to limit.

(8) Rear metal brake pipes corroded slightly.

Fail 19 Jul 2008 81,991 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

(8) Both rear tyres worn close to limit.

(8) Rear metal brake pipes corroded slightly.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Jul 2007 72,207 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 72,207 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 64,753 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 59,838 miles

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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M389 SNU is a 1995 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1995 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 85,429 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 M389 SNU, 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 31 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 M389 SNU registered?

M389 SNU is a 1995 Rover 416, first registered on 16 February 1995.

Is M389 SNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M389 SNU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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