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K842 BVC

1992 Rover 418

Silver Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,069 mi
Last recorded81,069 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1992 Rover 418133,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK842 BVC
MakeRover
Model418
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 81,069 miles

advise undersealing on underside

Pass 14 Aug 2017 79,937 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 79,117 miles

advise undersealing on underside

Pass 24 Apr 2015 78,189 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 76,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 8 Apr 2014 76,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 75,821 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 75,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 74,217 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 73,050 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 71,643 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 70,272 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 68,656 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 67,159 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 65,418 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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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K842 BVC is a 1992 Rover 418 in Silver with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 133,116 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 K842 BVC, 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 34 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K842 BVC registered?

K842 BVC is a 1992 Rover 418, first registered on 1 October 1992.

Is K842 BVC safe to buy?

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