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V959 XBD

1999 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

124,788 mi
Last recorded124,788 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV959 XBD
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 124,788 miles

both front coil springs corroded

brake pipe to offside rear corroded

engine oily(sump corroded)

has plastic outer door sill covers fitted

offside stop light slightly dim

Pass 23 Jun 2011 117,712 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 117,712 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ABS RING POSSIBLE BROKEN OSF

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 108,261 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW N/S/R TYRE WEARING LOW

Pass 18 Jun 2009 100,315 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 100,315 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 90,009 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 90,009 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2007 67,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 67,495 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 50,788 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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V959 XBD is a 1999 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V959 XBD, 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 V959 XBD registered?

V959 XBD is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 27 September 1999.

Is V959 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V959 XBD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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