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S844 VNG

1999 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,943 mi
Last recorded99,943 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS844 VNG
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 99,943 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases close to excessive (7.1.2)

corrosion / heavy underseal to front floor pans

n/s outer cv boot perished

Pass 27 Jan 2015 88,640 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 85,986 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 82,589 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 78,911 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 75,393 miles

advanced corrosion evident both front floor pans

nearside front tyre worn low

nearside outer drive shaft gaiter poor condition

Pass 19 Feb 2010 71,117 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 66,646 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 66,552 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 61,056 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 55,103 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 49,297 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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S844 VNG is a 1999 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S844 VNG, 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

How do I check the history of S844 VNG?

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What year was S844 VNG registered?

S844 VNG is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 19 February 1999.

Is S844 VNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S844 VNG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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