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S424 CBW

1998 Rover 416

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,927 mi
Last recorded115,927 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS424 CBW
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 115,927 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 106,368 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 91,278 miles

Offside Rear wheel arch rusty

Fail 21 Nov 2015 91,245 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 77,868 miles

o/s inner door handle broken but still works

Fail 8 Nov 2014 77,868 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s inner door handle broken but still works

Pass 18 May 2013 72,200 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 67,756 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 25 May 2011 64,500 miles

both front wipers just serviceable

Fail 25 May 2011 64,999 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front wipers just serviceable

Pass 7 Jun 2010 62,306 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 57,829 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 54,226 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 54,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 47,303 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 42,836 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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S424 CBW is a 1998 Rover 416 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 S424 CBW, 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 S424 CBW?

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What year was S424 CBW registered?

S424 CBW is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is S424 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S424 CBW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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