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S287 LEG

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,824 mi
Last recorded99,824 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS287 LEG
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 99,824 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 91,509 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 83,671 miles

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

Oil leak

front shocker's week

rear reg plate poor

sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2009 83,662 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

front shocker's week

rear reg plate poor

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2008 75,227 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 75,225 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 66,184 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 60,829 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 41,540 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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S287 LEG is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S287 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 S287 LEG?

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What year was S287 LEG registered?

S287 LEG is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S287 LEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S287 LEG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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