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M50 GVR

1999 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,986 mi
Last recorded63,986 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 GVR
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 63,986 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 63,265 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 63,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NEAR ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 62,510 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 62,510 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 61,773 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 61,773 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 61,146 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 60,595 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 60,595 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 60,200 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 59,684 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 58,986 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 58,267 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 57,262 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 56,707 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 54,640 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 54,640 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 53,304 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 51,792 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 49,691 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 49,679 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 46,934 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 43,954 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 41,113 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 37,896 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 34,927 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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M50 GVR is a 1999 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 71,424 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M50 GVR, 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 27 years old, this Rover 416 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M50 GVR registered?

M50 GVR is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 11 March 1999.

Is M50 GVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 GVR shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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