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L314 VBY

1994 Rover 418

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

228,015 mi
Last recorded228,015 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2006
Typical for 1994 Rover 418128,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL314 VBY
MakeRover
Model418
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2006 228,015 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 227,974 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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L314 VBY is a 1994 Rover 418 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 128,060 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 418 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 4,476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L314 VBY, 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 32 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L314 VBY registered?

L314 VBY is a 1994 Rover 418, first registered on 17 February 1994.

Is L314 VBY safe to buy?

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