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S957 CHJ

1999 Rover 416

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,168 mi
Last recorded53,168 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS957 CHJ
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2013 53,168 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

all four tyres cracking within tread pattern

o/s/f fog lamp cracked

side skirts fitted

signs of corrosion on front jacking points

Fail 13 Feb 2013 53,168 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

all four tyres cracking within tread pattern

o/s/f fog lamp cracked

side skirts fitted

signs of corrosion on front jacking points

Pass 4 Feb 2012 51,210 miles

n/s/f fog lamp cracked

reverse lights not working

Fail 3 Feb 2012 51,210 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f fog lamp cracked

reverse lights not working

Pass 24 Jan 2011 49,000 miles

emmisions only just within limits at time of test

Pass 28 Jan 2010 46,208 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 44,840 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 43,831 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 43,831 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 42,877 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 42,033 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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S957 CHJ is a 1999 Rover 416 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S957 CHJ, 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 S957 CHJ registered?

S957 CHJ is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S957 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S957 CHJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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