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R286 WOM

1998 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,371 mi
Last recorded96,371 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 WOM
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 96,371 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake sticking on slightly

Fail 14 Sep 2016 96,352 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake sticking on slightly

Pass 19 Sep 2015 90,905 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 88,010 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 84,386 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 84,343 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 May 2012 80,452 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 77,115 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 74,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 71,369 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 71,369 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 68,075 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 63,926 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 63,875 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 60,331 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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R286 WOM is a 1998 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R286 WOM, 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 R286 WOM registered?

R286 WOM is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R286 WOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R286 WOM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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