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R120 GKP

1998 Rover 416

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,953 mi
Last recorded44,953 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 GKP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 44,953 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 May 2016 43,381 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 41,840 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 40,186 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 May 2013 38,517 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 36,781 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 35,291 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 33,115 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 33,115 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 May 2009 31,082 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,885 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 28,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2007 25,548 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 22,644 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 22,644 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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R120 GKP is a 1998 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R120 GKP, 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

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What year was R120 GKP registered?

R120 GKP is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R120 GKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 GKP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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