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R371 ROC

1998 Rover 416

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

97,694 mi
Last recorded97,694 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 ROC
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2010 97,694 miles

Both front indicators slightly discoloured.

Front number plate deteriorated.

N/S/R shocker has light misting of oil.

O/S/R brake binding slightly.

Rear bumper cracked.

Unrepaired crash damage beneath rear bumper.

Fail 18 Oct 2010 97,617 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front indicators slightly discoloured.

Front number plate deteriorated.

O/S/R brake binding slightly.

Rear bumper cracked.

Unrepaired crash damage beneath rear bumper.

Pass 26 Oct 2009 89,927 miles

Very slight play in O/S/F steering.

Fail 21 Oct 2008 81,025 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 81,025 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 78,123 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 78,123 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 60,281 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 60,281 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

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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R371 ROC is a 1998 Rover 416 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R371 ROC, 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 R371 ROC registered?

R371 ROC is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R371 ROC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R371 ROC shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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