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R116 SFX

1998 Rover 420

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,608 mi
Last recorded85,608 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 42099,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR116 SFX
MakeRover
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2012 85,608 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 77,696 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 70,656 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 65,180 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 58,981 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 51,499 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 45,603 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 420?

Based on 369,436 MOT tests across 59,332 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
6,220
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
59,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 35,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,911
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,539
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,567
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 15,381
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R116 SFX is a 1998 Rover 420 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 99,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 420 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 35,342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R116 SFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R116 SFX?

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What year was R116 SFX registered?

R116 SFX is a 1998 Rover 420, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R116 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R116 SFX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R116 SFX have outstanding finance?

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