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R157 TSN

1998 Rover 416

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

121,869 mi
Last recorded121,869 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 TSN
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2009 121,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 121,837 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 113,291 miles

ADVISE -- OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BINDING A LITTLE.

ADVISE --- FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS WEAK

ADVISE --- RADIATOR IS IN A POOR CONDITION

Fail 6 Jun 2008 113,291 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

ADVISE -- OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BINDING A LITTLE.

ADVISE --- FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS WEAK

ADVISE --- RADIATOR IS IN A POOR CONDITION

Pass 4 Jul 2007 108,918 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 108,918 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 104,103 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 98,219 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

general corrosion on exhaust

some oil leaks under

surface corrosion starting offside front cill panel

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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R157 TSN is a 1998 Rover 416 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R157 TSN, 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 R157 TSN registered?

R157 TSN is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is R157 TSN safe to buy?

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