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S47 KGO

1998 Rover 416

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,113 mi
Last recorded107,113 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS47 KGO
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2010 107,113 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres perished and split

Pass 28 Oct 2009 81,947 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 59,997 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 58,727 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 54,417 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 50,483 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

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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S47 KGO is a 1998 Rover 416 in Black with a 1,590cc 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 S47 KGO, 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 S47 KGO registered?

S47 KGO is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S47 KGO safe to buy?

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