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M159 MKV

1995 Rover 416

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,636 mi
Last recorded147,636 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1995 Rover 41685,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 MKV
MakeRover
Model416
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 147,636 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 147,607 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 141,920 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 136,508 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 136,508 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 132,146 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 126,930 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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M159 MKV is a 1995 Rover 416 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Rover 416 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 85,429 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 M159 MKV, 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 31 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 M159 MKV registered?

M159 MKV is a 1995 Rover 416, first registered on 28 June 1995.

Is M159 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M159 MKV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M159 MKV have outstanding finance?

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