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A9 PGF

1994 Rover 416

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,620 mi
Last recorded52,620 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover 41688,925 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 PGF
MakeRover
Model416
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 52,620 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 52,605 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 50,344 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all front and rear running gear corroded

Fail 22 Nov 2024 50,295 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all front and rear running gear corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2023 48,441 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

corrosion to running gear

Pass 6 Dec 2022 46,898 miles

All the suspension is corroding.

Pass 3 Dec 2021 45,989 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 45,096 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 44,076 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 43,829 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 43,155 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 42,371 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 41,097 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 40,376 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 38,926 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 38,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,315 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 35,372 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 35,015 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 34,605 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 34,217 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust internals breaking up

slight knock from offside of steering rack

Pass 13 Nov 2007 33,894 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 33,476 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 32,447 miles

grease weeping past outer drive shaft boots outer n/s and o/s

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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A9 PGF is a 1994 Rover 416 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 88,925 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 A9 PGF, 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 32 years old, this Rover 416 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 PGF registered?

A9 PGF is a 1994 Rover 416, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is A9 PGF safe to buy?

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