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S156 SVK

1998 Rover 400

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,863 mi
Last recorded66,863 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2006
Typical for 1998 Rover 40076,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS156 SVK
MakeRover
Model400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2006 66,863 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 60,721 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 400?

Based on 1,554 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
5,605
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
constant velocity joint gaiter split 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 68
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S156 SVK is a 1998 Rover 400 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 76,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S156 SVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S156 SVK?

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What year was S156 SVK registered?

S156 SVK is a 1998 Rover 400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S156 SVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S156 SVK shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S156 SVK have outstanding finance?

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