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S755 NLN

1998 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

136,973 mi
Last recorded136,973 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 41673,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS755 NLN
MakeRover
Model416
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 136,973 miles

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 23 May 2017 129,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 122,483 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 115,082 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 15 May 2014 108,777 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2014 108,777 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 95,008 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 81,010 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 70,208 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2011 70,208 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 58,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2009 45,437 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 41,521 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 41,521 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 37,762 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 33,968 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 33,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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S755 NLN is a 1998 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 S755 NLN, 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

How do I check the history of S755 NLN?

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What year was S755 NLN registered?

S755 NLN is a 1998 Rover 416, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S755 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S755 NLN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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