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L853 TGJ

1993 Rover 418

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

213,377 mi
Last recorded213,377 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2006
Typical for 1993 Rover 418127,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL853 TGJ
MakeRover
Model418
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Feb 2006 213,377 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

N/S/R seat belt stalk cover missing

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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L853 TGJ is a 1993 Rover 418 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 L853 TGJ, 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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How do I check the history of L853 TGJ?

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What year was L853 TGJ registered?

L853 TGJ is a 1993 Rover 418, first registered on 12 August 1993.

Is L853 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L853 TGJ shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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