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M138 XCE

1995 Rover 418

Gold Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

206,092 mi
Last recorded206,092 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2009
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM138 XCE
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2009 206,092 miles

Battery is loose

Horn is very weak

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

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 29 Feb 2008 189,049 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 189,049 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 171,820 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 153,369 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 153,365 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake fluid between min/ max / power sterring fluid between min/max/ o/s front tyre close to legal limit/ both cv boots cracking slightly

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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M138 XCE is a 1995 Rover 418 in Gold with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 123,952 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 M138 XCE, 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 31 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M138 XCE registered?

M138 XCE is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 27 June 1995.

Is M138 XCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M138 XCE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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