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S57 MLP

1998 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,191 mi
Last recorded81,191 miles
Recorded on6 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS57 MLP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2008 81,191 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 81,165 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak from engine

drivers seat belt buckle cover missing but working

drivers washer jet partially effective

n/s/f tyre worn on edges RECOMMEND CHANGE

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge RECOMMEND CHANGE

Pass 5 May 2007 76,705 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Oil leak

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

both rear trailing arm bushes splitt and seperating

radiator corroded and fins missing

Pass 2 May 2006 73,826 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 73,826 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S57 MLP is a 1998 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S57 MLP, 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 S57 MLP registered?

S57 MLP is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S57 MLP safe to buy?

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