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S521 LRP

1999 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

51,523 mi
Last recorded51,523 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS521 LRP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jan 2012 51,523 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 51,523 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 47,637 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 42,991 miles

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

front number plate poor

Fail 9 Jan 2009 36,856 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front and rear numberplates in poor condition but still readable

Pass 9 Jan 2009 36,856 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front and rear numberplates in poor condition but still readable

Pass 4 Jan 2008 30,595 miles

front tyre tred low on edges

Pass 4 Jan 2007 25,699 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 25,699 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 18,233 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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S521 LRP is a 1999 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 71,424 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 S521 LRP, 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 27 years old, this Rover 416 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S521 LRP registered?

S521 LRP is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 25 February 1999.

Is S521 LRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S521 LRP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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