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P965 GRP

1996 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,022 mi
Last recorded75,022 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2005
Typical for 1996 Rover 41680,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP965 GRP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2005 75,022 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 75,022 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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P965 GRP is a 1996 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P965 GRP, 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

How do I check the history of P965 GRP?

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What year was P965 GRP registered?

P965 GRP is a 1996 Rover 416, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P965 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P965 GRP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P965 GRP have outstanding finance?

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