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S447 UVW

1998 Rover 416

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,236 mi
Last recorded137,236 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS447 UVW
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2010 137,236 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Oct 2009 133,022 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 125,407 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

slight corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Pass 11 Sep 2007 118,335 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 113,422 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 108,148 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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S447 UVW is a 1998 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UVW, 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 S447 UVW?

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What year was S447 UVW registered?

S447 UVW is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is S447 UVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S447 UVW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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