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N121 XOP

1996 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,276 mi
Last recorded103,276 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Rover 41680,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 XOP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 103,276 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 98,053 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 14 Mar 2013 93,188 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres wearing on the inside edges

Pass 13 Mar 2012 88,693 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 83,844 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 78,361 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 71,366 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 71,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 66,724 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 64,946 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 62,338 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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N121 XOP is a 1996 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 80,226 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 N121 XOP, 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 30 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 N121 XOP registered?

N121 XOP is a 1996 Rover 416, first registered on 20 February 1996.

Is N121 XOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N121 XOP 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.

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