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S156 LEG

1998 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,777 mi
Last recorded95,777 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS156 LEG
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2007 95,777 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 86,074 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 86,074 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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S156 LEG is a 1998 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S156 LEG, 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 S156 LEG?

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What year was S156 LEG registered?

S156 LEG is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S156 LEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S156 LEG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S156 LEG have outstanding finance?

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