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V521 RFL

2000 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,743 mi
Last recorded78,743 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2012
Typical for 2000 Rover 41667,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV521 RFL
MakeRover
Model416
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2012 78,743 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 76,262 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 76,261 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 72,925 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 70,607 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 67,027 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 64,654 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 64,543 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2005 55,036 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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V521 RFL is a 2000 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 67,818 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 V521 RFL, 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 26 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 V521 RFL registered?

V521 RFL is a 2000 Rover 416, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V521 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V521 RFL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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