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M205 DCL

1995 Rover 416

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

123,583 mi
Last recorded123,583 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 1995 Rover 41685,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM205 DCL
MakeRover
Model416
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 123,583 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 121,405 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 121,405 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 119,297 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 117,234 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 114,018 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 28 Mar 2014 114,018 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 27 Mar 2013 112,074 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 112,074 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 109,767 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 107,258 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 107,258 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 100,610 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 100,604 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 98,102 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 98,102 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 91,889 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 81,600 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 81,600 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 71,279 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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M205 DCL is a 1995 Rover 416 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M205 DCL, 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 M205 DCL registered?

M205 DCL is a 1995 Rover 416, first registered on 4 July 1995.

Is M205 DCL safe to buy?

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