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R392 AVX

1998 Rover 416

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,772 mi
Last recorded58,772 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR392 AVX
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 58,772 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

PAS fluid level low.

both outer cv boots perished.

both rear tyre worn close to limit.

nearside front tyre worn close to limit.

nearside rear wheel damaged.

oil leaks.

rear shock absorbers damp.

Pass 11 Jun 2012 54,842 miles

Oil leak

front bumper is scuffed

o/s rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit

o/s rear tyre wear is uneven

rear suspension bushes are perished

Pass 2 Jun 2011 53,554 miles

n/s front wheel trim is missing

Oil leak

head lights focus poor

n/s rear wheel outer rim is damaged

o/s front tyre outer side wall is cut

panel damage

rear suspension arms mounting bushes are perished and split

sill covers fitted

towing sockets and there mounting brackets are damaged

Fail 1 Jun 2011 53,554 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

head lights focus poor

n/s front wheel trim is missing

n/s rear wheel outer rim is damaged

o/s front tyre outer side wall is cut

panel damage

rear suspension arms mounting bushes are perished and split

sill covers fitted

towing sockets and there mounting brackets are damaged

Pass 8 Jun 2010 51,450 miles

head lights focus poor

panel damage

rear suspension bushes are perished

rear wiper is split

sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2009 51,058 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

bumpers scuffed

covers fitted over the outer sills

panels are scuffed

Pass 13 May 2008 50,392 miles

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

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)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

c.v. boots perished

radiator corroded

sills coverd

Fail 9 May 2007 48,952 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Oil leak

covers fitted over the outer sills

panels and bumpers are scuffed

Pass 9 May 2007 48,952 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

covers fitted over the outer sills

panels and bumpers are scuffed

Pass 19 Apr 2006 46,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

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

covers fitted over the outer sills

front bumper is scuffed

head lights focus is poor

oil leaks

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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R392 AVX is a 1998 Rover 416 in Grey 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 R392 AVX, 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 R392 AVX registered?

R392 AVX is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R392 AVX safe to buy?

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