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V981 PEV

1999 Rover 416

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,835 mi
Last recorded37,835 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 41671,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV981 PEV
MakeRover
Model416
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 37,835 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 36,248 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 34,810 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 33,158 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 31,818 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 30,094 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 28,341 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 28,338 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 26,249 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 24,300 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 20,674 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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V981 PEV is a 1999 Rover 416 in Silver 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 V981 PEV, 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 V981 PEV?

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What year was V981 PEV registered?

V981 PEV is a 1999 Rover 416, first registered on 6 December 1999.

Is V981 PEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V981 PEV 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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