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R843 BJO

1997 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

52,610 mi
Last recorded52,610 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover 41678,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR843 BJO
MakeRover
Model416
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 52,610 miles

Nearside Plastic oversills fitted and not allow full inspection of sills

Offside Plastic oversills fitted and not allow full inspection of sills

Pass 31 Oct 2024 52,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Plastic sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Plastic sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres are slightly cracked/perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 51,478 miles

Nearside Front Floor corroded around jacking point but not excessive

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Plastic sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor corroded around jacking point but not excessive

Offside Plastic sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 50,865 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Fail 18 Oct 2022 50,865 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Sill covers fitted and not allowing full inspection of sill

Pass 12 Oct 2021 50,343 miles

Plastic sill covers fitted and unable to inspect outer sills

Pass 21 Oct 2020 49,507 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 48,632 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 47,881 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 46,788 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber siezed

Fail 10 Oct 2017 46,788 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber siezed

Offside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 45,660 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 44,754 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 43,995 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 43,995 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 43,223 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 41,842 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 40,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 40,305 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 37,619 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 37,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 36,698 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 34,761 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 33,301 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,781 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 31,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R843 BJO is a 1997 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R843 BJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R843 BJO registered?

R843 BJO is a 1997 Rover 416, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R843 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R843 BJO shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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