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S498 MRX

1998 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

72,067 mi
Last recorded72,067 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS498 MRX
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 72,067 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 69,531 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged both sides (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 69,529 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section by mounting brackets (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section by rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged both sides (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 67,217 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 67,216 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 64,760 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section and joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 64,760 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section and joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 61,548 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 57,573 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 50,312 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 45,291 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 38,774 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 31,684 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 24,772 miles

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

both tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 17 Aug 2011 19,142 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 18,287 miles

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

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)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 17,189 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 15,703 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 13,695 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 13,695 miles

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

Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 12,785 miles

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

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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S498 MRX is a 1998 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 S498 MRX, 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.

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What year was S498 MRX registered?

S498 MRX is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is S498 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S498 MRX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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