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R596 GFU

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,777 mi
Last recorded81,777 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR596 GFU
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 May 2018 81,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 81,701 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 81,196 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 80,563 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 79,700 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 78,494 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 76,600 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 74,434 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 72,052 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 69,033 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 66,132 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 64,249 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 61,441 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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R596 GFU is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R596 GFU, 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 R596 GFU?

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What year was R596 GFU registered?

R596 GFU is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R596 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R596 GFU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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