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V737 ELF

1999 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,042 mi
Last recorded75,042 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV737 ELF
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 75,042 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 75,042 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 48,527 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 25,405 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 24,172 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 22,689 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 21,421 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 19,763 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 18,283 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 16,447 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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V737 ELF is a 1999 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V737 ELF, 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 V737 ELF registered?

V737 ELF is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V737 ELF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V737 ELF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V737 ELF have outstanding finance?

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