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R121 EVF

1998 Rover 416

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,004 mi
Last recorded50,004 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 EVF
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 50,004 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 48,197 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 48,197 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 47,646 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 47,646 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 46,536 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,872 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 42,472 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 42,472 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 40,090 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 37,376 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 34,908 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 32,582 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 Feb 2010 32,582 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 30,067 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 27,880 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 24,942 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 22,472 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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R121 EVF is a 1998 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R121 EVF, 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 R121 EVF?

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What year was R121 EVF registered?

R121 EVF is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R121 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R121 EVF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R121 EVF have outstanding finance?

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