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K221 DFA

1993 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,854 mi
Last recorded19,854 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2009
Typical for 1993 Rover 418127,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK221 DFA
MakeRover
Model418
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2009 19,854 miles

Oil leak

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

r/o/s door step corroding

Pass 1 Aug 2008 188,086 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2007 183,853 miles

Oil leak

f/n/s brake slight bind

rear center seatbelt slightly frayed

slight play in both rear anti roll bar link bushes

Pass 5 Jul 2006 179,247 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover 418?

Based on 44,803 MOT tests across 9,538 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
5,608
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
9,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,476
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,183
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,072
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,405
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,739
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K221 DFA is a 1993 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 127,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 418 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 4,476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K221 DFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 418 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K221 DFA?

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What year was K221 DFA registered?

K221 DFA is a 1993 Rover 418, first registered on 26 March 1993.

Is K221 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K221 DFA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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