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K281 HNN

1993 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,766 mi
Last recorded38,766 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover 41691,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK281 HNN
MakeRover
Model416
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 38,766 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 37,856 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 35,325 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 34,477 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 34,342 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 34,186 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 33,849 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 33,301 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 32,567 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 32,567 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 31,588 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 29,966 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 27,376 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f seatbelt catch outer cover insecure

Pass 17 Jan 2012 25,792 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 24,477 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 23,418 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 22,309 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 20,916 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 19,545 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 18,351 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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K281 HNN is a 1993 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1993 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 91,814 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 K281 HNN, 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 33 years old, this Rover 416 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K281 HNN?

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What year was K281 HNN registered?

K281 HNN is a 1993 Rover 416, first registered on 29 January 1993.

Is K281 HNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K281 HNN shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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