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N193 MTC

1996 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,700 mi
Last recorded119,700 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover 41680,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN193 MTC
MakeRover
Model416
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2012 119,700 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 117,722 miles

Battery insecure

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 115,959 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 110,107 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 103,351 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

rear reg plate discoloured

Pass 3 Apr 2007 96,348 miles

Both rear shock absorbers damp.

Middle and rear exhaust sections rusty.

Nearside rear tyre starting to wear out of shape.

Rear number plate deteriorating and fading.

Steering rack boots cracking.

Windscreen scratched slightly.

Fail 3 Apr 2007 96,348 miles

Both rear shock absorbers damp.

Middle and rear exhaust sections rusty.

Nearside rear tyre starting to wear out of shape.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear number plate deteriorating and fading.

Steering rack boots cracking.

Windscreen scratched slightly.

Pass 18 Apr 2006 90,071 miles

Same advises as test number 803188706168.

Fail 18 Apr 2006 90,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Middle exhaust section in rusty condition.

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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N193 MTC is a 1996 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N193 MTC, 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 N193 MTC registered?

N193 MTC is a 1996 Rover 416, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is N193 MTC safe to buy?

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