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S389 GLG

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,247 mi
Last recorded86,247 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS389 GLG
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2011 86,247 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 80,443 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 76,115 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 71,650 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 71,646 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 66,250 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 66,248 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 58,607 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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S389 GLG is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S389 GLG, 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 S389 GLG?

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What year was S389 GLG registered?

S389 GLG is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S389 GLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S389 GLG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S389 GLG have outstanding finance?

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