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V972 JCY

1999 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,472 mi
Last recorded26,472 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV972 JCY
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 26,472 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 26,095 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 25,008 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 25,008 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre exhaust section fair condition

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,808 miles

Exhaust centre and rear sections fair condition

Steering rack area damp

Pass 18 Aug 2011 22,605 miles

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

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

Steering rack damp

Pass 10 Aug 2010 21,160 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 19,889 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 18,541 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 16,891 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 14,991 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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V972 JCY 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 90.9%.

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 V972 JCY, 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 V972 JCY registered?

V972 JCY is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V972 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V972 JCY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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