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R152 HGU

1998 Rover 416

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,006 mi
Last recorded102,006 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR152 HGU
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2013 102,006 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine oil leak

Fail 2 Jan 2013 95,669 miles

Body damage to rear near side no sharp edges

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

Near side front wing has damage on sharp edges

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Put air in near/side front before test

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

S R S LIGHT ON DASH FLASHING

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jan 2013 95,669 miles

Body damage to rear near side no sharp edges

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

Near side front wing has damage on sharp edges

Put air in near/side front before test

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

S R S LIGHT ON DASH FLASHING

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Dec 2011 83,225 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 76,696 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 76,694 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 62,839 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 62,839 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 52,738 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 46,474 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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R152 HGU is a 1998 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R152 HGU, 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.

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What year was R152 HGU registered?

R152 HGU is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 2 May 1998.

Is R152 HGU safe to buy?

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