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R302 KUF

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,186 mi
Last recorded85,186 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR302 KUF
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 85,186 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Dec 2013 85,186 miles

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

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2012 78,279 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 78,279 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 74,128 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 70,395 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 64,796 miles

slight corrosion to front floor pans

Pass 28 Nov 2008 60,825 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 55,626 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 25 Nov 2006 50,364 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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R302 KUF is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R302 KUF, 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 R302 KUF?

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What year was R302 KUF registered?

R302 KUF is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R302 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R302 KUF shows 10 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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