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L553 FSE

1993 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,092 mi
Last recorded111,092 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2006
Typical for 1993 Rover 418127,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL553 FSE
MakeRover
Model418
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2006 111,092 miles

Both outer sills some corrosion

Brake hose ferrules some corrosion

Brake pipes some corrosion

Exhaust some corrosion

Front brake discs some corrosion

Nearside rear tyre near limit

Offside headlamp chipped

Offside outer cv gaiter perished

Rear brake backplates some corrosion

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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L553 FSE is a 1993 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 127,640 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 L553 FSE, 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 33 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L553 FSE registered?

L553 FSE is a 1993 Rover 418, first registered on 26 August 1993.

Is L553 FSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L553 FSE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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