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R427 MNR

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,304 mi
Last recorded83,304 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 MNR
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2014 83,304 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 66,628 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 62,388 miles

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 59,163 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 58,095 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 56,381 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 55,191 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 55,190 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 54,193 miles

Near rear foot brake performance slightly low.

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 49,244 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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R427 MNR 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 R427 MNR, 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 R427 MNR registered?

R427 MNR is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R427 MNR safe to buy?

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