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S619 VCL

1998 Rover 416

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,669 mi
Last recorded35,669 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS619 VCL
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 35,669 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front floor corroded

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2019 35,656 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front floor corroded

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,511 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 33,511 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer wheel arch and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 31,276 miles

both rear outer sweel arches/sills corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2016 31,066 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 30,502 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 29,762 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 28,894 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 27,947 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 26,863 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 25,752 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 24,595 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 23,389 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,140 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 20,782 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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S619 VCL is a 1998 Rover 416 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S619 VCL, 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 S619 VCL registered?

S619 VCL is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S619 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S619 VCL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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