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S281 MPR

1999 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,608 mi
Last recorded102,608 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS281 MPR
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 102,608 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 96,531 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 91,040 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 86,020 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 80,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 76,049 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 76,049 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 74,402 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 72,174 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 69,658 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 67,379 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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S281 MPR is a 1999 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 71,424 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 S281 MPR, 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 27 years old, this Rover 416 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S281 MPR?

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What year was S281 MPR registered?

S281 MPR is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S281 MPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S281 MPR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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