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M296 HDS

1995 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,216 mi
Last recorded91,216 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2011
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM296 HDS
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2011 91,216 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 89,230 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 89,230 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 85,985 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 81,836 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 78,338 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 75,222 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 72,437 miles

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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M296 HDS is a 1995 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 123,952 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 M296 HDS, 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 31 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M296 HDS registered?

M296 HDS is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 15 June 1995.

Is M296 HDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M296 HDS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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