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P145 XPN

1997 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Rover 41678,603 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP145 XPN
MakeRover
Model416
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2012
Pass 10 Oct 2011 64,233 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 61,393 miles

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

front bumper damaged

Fail 14 Oct 2010 61,391 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

front bumper damaged

Pass 16 Oct 2009 54,373 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 52,177 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 52,153 miles

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

Battery insecure

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2007 49,680 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 49,647 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 8 May 2006 47,452 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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P145 XPN is a 1997 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 78,603 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 P145 XPN, 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 29 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 P145 XPN registered?

P145 XPN is a 1997 Rover 416, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P145 XPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P145 XPN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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