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M149 XEB

1995 Rover 218

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

59,070 mi
Last recorded59,070 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 1995 Rover 218116,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM149 XEB
MakeRover
Model218
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 59,070 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 58,764 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 58,764 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 57,423 miles

All standard equipment guards fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection

Brake pressure build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 56,294 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Fail 28 Oct 2015 56,293 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 54,731 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

small cracks on rear tyres not down to cords

Pass 30 Oct 2013 53,412 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 52,461 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 51,487 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 50,518 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 49,415 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 47,482 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 45,723 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 44,326 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 44,326 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2005

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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M149 XEB is a 1995 Rover 218 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1995 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 116,963 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M149 XEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 31 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M149 XEB registered?

M149 XEB is a 1995 Rover 218, first registered on 27 June 1995.

Is M149 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M149 XEB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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