MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
180,987 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
battery insecure
exhaust front pipe getting in poor condition
o/s door mirror glass secured in with tape
oil leak
wear in steering rack
How Reliable is the Rover 218?
Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K97 XFR is a 1993 Rover 218 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 K97 XFR, 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 K97 XFR?
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What year was K97 XFR registered?
K97 XFR is a 1993 Rover 218, first registered on 14 July 1993.
Is K97 XFR safe to buy?
The MOT history for K97 XFR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does K97 XFR have outstanding finance?
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