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L838 VUY

1993 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

105,450 mi
Last recorded105,450 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1993 Rover 41691,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL838 VUY
MakeRover
Model416
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 105,450 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side-trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 105,446 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both side trailing arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side-trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 104,497 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 102,484 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 100,177 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 100,177 miles

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 97,376 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 96,166 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 94,447 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 92,174 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 90,190 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 86,791 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear suspention (both side)corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2012 83,479 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 80,368 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 80,368 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 77,661 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 77,661 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 74,923 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 74,923 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 73,505 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 72,177 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 72,177 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 70,043 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 68,973 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2005 67,658 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 67,658 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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L838 VUY is a 1993 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 L838 VUY, 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 L838 VUY registered?

L838 VUY is a 1993 Rover 416, first registered on 31 August 1993.

Is L838 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L838 VUY shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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