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K649 PTP

1993 Rover 218

Grey Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

277,583 mi
Last recorded277,583 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2007
Typical for 1993 Rover 218127,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK649 PTP
MakeRover
Model218
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2007 277,583 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 31 Mar 2006 260,467 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2006 260,467 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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K649 PTP is a 1993 Rover 218 in Grey with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 127,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K649 PTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K649 PTP?

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What year was K649 PTP registered?

K649 PTP is a 1993 Rover 218, first registered on 21 August 1993.

Is K649 PTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K649 PTP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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