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V737 FBC

1999 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

80,778 mi
Last recorded80,778 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV737 FBC
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 80,778 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 80,296 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 80,296 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 78,987 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 78,987 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 77,956 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 76,880 miles

engine oil leak from head

front pads low

Fail 9 Jan 2010 75,459 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front discs and pads low

Pass 9 Jan 2010 75,459 miles

front discs and pads low

Pass 7 Jan 2009 74,024 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 74,024 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 72,580 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 64,021 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 64,021 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 56,686 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 56,686 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 FBC is a 1999 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FBC, 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 V737 FBC?

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What year was V737 FBC registered?

V737 FBC is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V737 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V737 FBC shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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