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S447 FBN

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,151 mi
Last recorded97,151 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS447 FBN
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2010 97,151 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 97,128 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 94,956 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 92,027 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 86,797 miles

(1.6B1.2)offside driving dipped beam headlamp is on the higher 0.5% horizontal limit

(2.4G.3)the offside and nearside rear suspension void bushes bonding is starting to deteriorate

(3.3A.1b)the brake pedal pad antislip provision is deteriorating down one side and will soon require replacement

(3.6B.2C)offside front steel brake pipe has surface corrosion present

(3.7A.5C)the rear service brakes rate of change is approximately 040Kgf indifference,and noisy in operation,recommend servicing

(8.2.3)"One of two"offside screenwashers do not function correctly

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Oct 2007 86,797 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

(1.5A.1d)nearside rear indicator lamp colour is starting to deteriorate

(1.6B1.2)offside driving dipped beam headlamp is on the higher 0.5% horizontal limit

(2.4G.3)the offside and nearside rear suspension void bushes bonding is starting to deteriorate

(3.3A.1b)the brake pedal pad antislip provision is deteriorating down one side and will soon require replacement

(3.6B.2C)offside front steel brake pipe has surface corrosion present

(3.7A.5C)the rear service brakes rate of change is approximately 040Kgf indifference,and noisy in operation,recommend servicing

(6.3.1d)minor deterioration to the colour of the rear number plate

(8.2.3)"One of two"offside screenwashers do not function correctly

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 78,689 miles

Both rear shock absorbers mist oil present.Rear axle void bushes minor deterioration occuring.

Offside front brake pipe surface corrosion forming.Both front outer constant velocity joint gaitors starting to deteriorate.Offside rear service brake pipe surface corrsion forming.

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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S447 FBN is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S447 FBN, 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

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What year was S447 FBN registered?

S447 FBN is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S447 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S447 FBN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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