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R103 KEU

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,337 mi
Last recorded58,337 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 KEU
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 58,337 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 56,340 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 55,001 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 50,654 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 50,654 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

whater leak from hose

Pass 4 Mar 2009 45,962 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 41,330 miles

advise near side rear tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2007 32,529 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 29,940 miles

nearside rear tyre worn slightly uneavenly

wear on front brake pads

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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R103 KEU is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 73,143 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 R103 KEU, 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 28 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 R103 KEU?

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What year was R103 KEU registered?

R103 KEU is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R103 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 KEU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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