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L565 TAP

1993 Rover 416

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

82,154 mi
Last recorded82,154 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Rover 41691,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL565 TAP
MakeRover
Model416
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 82,154 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 82,154 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 77,538 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 67,701 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 63,945 miles

both rear tyres slightly worn on the inside edge

Fail 27 Mar 2018 63,945 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres slightly worn on the inside edge

Pass 16 Dec 2016 58,829 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 56,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 51,985 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 51,985 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 44,852 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 44,852 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 37,356 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 37,349 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 29,929 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 26,735 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,068 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 25,354 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 25,354 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside outer cv gaitor leaking grease at outer clip.

Pass 28 Sep 2007 24,833 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 23,995 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 23,006 miles

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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L565 TAP is a 1993 Rover 416 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L565 TAP, 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 L565 TAP registered?

L565 TAP is a 1993 Rover 416, first registered on 12 November 1993.

Is L565 TAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L565 TAP shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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