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K843 VBV

1993 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

68,421 mi
Last recorded68,421 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1993 Rover 41691,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK843 VBV
MakeRover
Model416
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 68,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 60,410 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 53,162 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 52,687 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 52,154 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 50,137 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 50,101 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 47,829 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 47,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 47,774 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 47,440 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 47,043 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 47,028 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 46,647 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 46,184 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 45,750 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 45,058 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 44,595 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2009 43,899 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 43,030 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 41,831 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 41,831 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 40,913 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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K843 VBV is a 1993 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 K843 VBV, 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

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What year was K843 VBV registered?

K843 VBV is a 1993 Rover 416, first registered on 15 March 1993.

Is K843 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K843 VBV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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