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L424 XCV

1994 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

187,704 mi
Last recorded187,704 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1994 Rover 418128,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL424 XCV
MakeRover
Model418
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 187,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to open drivers window

Fail 24 Jun 2008 187,704 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Radius arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear bumper insecure

unable to open drivers window

Fail 28 Jun 2007 178,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 178,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 167,112 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 167,112 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 159,422 miles

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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L424 XCV is a 1994 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 L424 XCV, 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 L424 XCV registered?

L424 XCV is a 1994 Rover 418, first registered on 9 May 1994.

Is L424 XCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L424 XCV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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