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V780 GLA

1999 Rover 416

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

85,482 mi
Last recorded85,482 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV780 GLA
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 85,482 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 85,121 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 75,001 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 69,906 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 59,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 58,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 May 2018 58,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2017 55,471 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 55,471 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)

Pass 20 May 2016 51,770 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 49,085 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 49,078 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 48,682 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 48,682 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 47,549 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 46,065 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Oct 2008 45,796 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 44,407 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 40,734 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 36,615 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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V780 GLA is a 1999 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V780 GLA, 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 V780 GLA registered?

V780 GLA is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V780 GLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V780 GLA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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