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V816 DBL

1999 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,297 mi
Last recorded109,297 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV816 DBL
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2016 109,297 miles

n/s/r footbrake performance low

Pass 28 Sep 2015 106,160 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pipe to o/s/r hose slightly corroded

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2014 103,443 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 101,132 miles

n/s/r footbrake performance low

Pass 20 Nov 2009 100,448 miles

both rear body to rear suspension rubber mounts perished

rear no.plate defaced

Pass 19 Nov 2008 96,051 miles

both rear tyres worn to excess

rear no.plate slightly defaced

Pass 20 Nov 2007 84,531 miles

both rear tyres worn to legal limit on outer edge

Pass 22 Nov 2006 73,791 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 61,534 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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V816 DBL is a 1999 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V816 DBL, 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 V816 DBL registered?

V816 DBL is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V816 DBL safe to buy?

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