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M185 SAU

1994 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,466 mi
Last recorded96,466 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2008
Typical for 1994 Rover 418128,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM185 SAU
MakeRover
Model418
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2008 96,466 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 177,700 miles

n/s/r wheel slightly distorted

o/s/f & rear wheel arches corroded but not holed

stonechip in screen swept area

very slight play in n/s/f tiebar/rack

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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M185 SAU is a 1994 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 128,060 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 M185 SAU, 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 32 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 M185 SAU registered?

M185 SAU is a 1994 Rover 418, first registered on 14 October 1994.

Is M185 SAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M185 SAU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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