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R796 UHL

1997 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,249 mi
Last recorded57,249 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover 41678,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 UHL
MakeRover
Model416
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 57,249 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 52,692 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 47,156 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 45,308 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 43,574 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 41,622 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 39,755 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 37,623 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 34,873 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 34,705 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 34,198 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 34,196 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 33,778 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 33,305 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,530 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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R796 UHL is a 1997 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 78,603 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 R796 UHL, 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 29 years old, this Rover 416 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R796 UHL registered?

R796 UHL is a 1997 Rover 416, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R796 UHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R796 UHL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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