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K782 UKO

1993 Rover 218

Black Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,797 mi
Last recorded188,797 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 1993 Rover 218127,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK782 UKO
MakeRover
Model218
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 May 2011 188,797 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2010 180,272 miles

BATTERY HELD IN BY ELESTIC STRAP. /BAD ENGINE OIL LEAK

Fail 19 May 2010 180,700 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

BATTERY HELD IN BY ELESTIC STRAP. /BAD ENGINE OIL LEAK

Pass 14 May 2009 167,970 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK REAR SEAT BELT FULLY BABY SEAT FITTED

Pass 13 May 2008 162,676 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 162,676 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 159,170 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 156,146 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 153,765 miles

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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K782 UKO is a 1993 Rover 218 in Black with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K782 UKO, 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

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What year was K782 UKO registered?

K782 UKO is a 1993 Rover 218, first registered on 14 May 1993.

Is K782 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K782 UKO shows 9 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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