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M226 MKV

1995 Rover 416

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,537 mi
Last recorded109,537 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 1995 Rover 41685,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM226 MKV
MakeRover
Model416
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 109,537 miles

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

light front and rear bumper damage

outer sills covered

some surface rust evident

Pass 1 Sep 2012 105,965 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 29 Jul 2011 103,149 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 100,493 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 47,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Various areas slight surface corrosion noted.

Pass 8 Jul 2008 93,117 miles

surface rust evident

tyre waklls starting to perrish

Pass 30 Apr 2007 86,833 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 84,188 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

Fail 3 May 2006 84,184 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

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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M226 MKV is a 1995 Rover 416 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M226 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 M226 MKV registered?

M226 MKV is a 1995 Rover 416, first registered on 29 June 1995.

Is M226 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M226 MKV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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